Kelli Ruth
Reading,PA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Private Duty Nurse
Professional Nursing Services, Inc.
03.2021 - Current
- Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care.
- Reported general, physical and mental condition of patients to support care initiatives.
- Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
- Demonstrated clinical competence in administering care to support physician orders, nursing care plan and policies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
Home Care RN - Pediatrics
Aveanna/PSA Healthcare
08.2013 - 01.2019
- Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
- Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs.
- Updated and developed care plans to establish goals based on patient's nursing diagnosis.
- Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
- Observed patient to chart and report changes in patient condition and adverse reactions to medications and treatments.
- Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Home Care RN - Pediatrics
Bayada Pediatrics
08.2011 - 01.2014
- Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
- Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs.
- Updated and developed care plans to establish goals based on patient's nursing diagnosis.
- Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
- Observed patient to chart and report changes in patient condition and adverse reactions to medications and treatments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA12.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Alvernia University
Reading, PA06.2002
Skills
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Oxygen Administration
- Maintaining Feeding Pumps
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Gastrostomy Buttons Experience
- Seizure Management
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Accurate Documentation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Education
Certification
- RN License - 10/2024
- BLS - 5/2024
Timeline
RN Private Duty Nurse
Professional Nursing Services, Inc.
03.2021 - Current
Home Care RN - Pediatrics
Aveanna/PSA Healthcare
08.2013 - 01.2019
Home Care RN - Pediatrics
Bayada Pediatrics
08.2011 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Alvernia University
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