Kelli Little
PORTSMOUTH
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Southcoast Hospital Group, excelling in patient-centered care and critical interventions. Proven ability in medication administration and patient education, enhancing recovery outcomes. Recognized for implementing evidence-based practices that significantly improved patient satisfaction and safety standards. Strong advocate for patients and families, fostering effective communication and support.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 26 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Med-surge, Telemetry, Multi site float pool including but not limited to Med-surge, telemetry, Ortho, Rehab, Step down, ICU,CCU,SICU and Endoscopy experience..
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Southcoast Hospital Group
07.1999 - Current
- Delivered patient-centered care by developing individualized care plans tailored to specific health needs.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and optimal outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to healthcare providers, facilitating timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, fostering greater independence in care.
- Administered intravenous therapies and blood products, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Executed discharge planning processes, ensuring continuity of care and resource accessibility post-discharge.
- Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes accurately in electronic health records.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient care standards.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, providing critical care and coordinating with emergency response teams.
- Trained nursing students on clinical practices, promoting professional development and competency.
- Maintained sanitary and safe environments, adhering to infection control protocols to minimize risks.
- Coordinated patient admissions and transfers, ensuring seamless transitions within the healthcare system.
- Facilitated communication between patients and their families regarding treatment plans and expected outcomes.
- Implemented pain management strategies, improving patient comfort levels during recovery.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Registered Nurse
People Incorporated
06.2006 - 10.2012
- Delivered patient-centered care by developing individualized care plans tailored to specific health needs.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and optimal outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to healthcare providers, facilitating timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, fostering greater independence in care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient care standards.
- Help to develop the Adult Foster Care program to provide foster homes for adults with develop mental delays.
- Assist with transportation to/from appointments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTAssociate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RISkills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Vital signs assessment
- Critical care
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication distribution
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team coordination
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- EMR / EHR
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Chronic disease management
- Medical assessment
- ADL assistance
- Patient counseling
- Staff supervision
- Personal care needs
- Patient relations
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Chest pain management
- Emergency procedures
- Treatment Planning
- Emotional awareness
- Data collection
- HIPAA education
- Emergency care
- Administering immunizations
- Emotional intelligence
- Cardiac care
- Medical recordkeeping
- Acute care expertise
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-term care
- Geriatric nursing
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Mobility assistance
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awareness
- Medical records management
- Managing deadlines
- Mental health nursing
- Preventive health
- Family advocacy
- Seizure management
- Feeding assistance
- At-risk patient care
- Medical evaluation
- EPIC use
- Appointment scheduling
- Supply restocking
- Evaluations
Certification
- Licensed Register Nurse - [Timeframe]
- BLS/ACLS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
People Incorporated
06.2006 - 10.2012
Registered Nurse
Southcoast Hospital Group
07.1999 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island