Kellie Kramer
Dyer,IN
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Dyer
08.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
- 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.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Franciscan Health Munster
08.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- 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.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Behavioral Health Advisor
Franciscan Health Dyer
01.2012 - 08.2023
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Increased client engagement in therapy sessions by utilizing a person-centered approach tailored to individual needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to foster peer support and promote healthy coping strategies among participants.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for patients to explore complex emotions and work towards personal growth.
- Provided crisis intervention services to de-escalate high-risk situations and ensure patient safety.
- Built rapport with culturally diverse populations using empathy, active listening, and nonjudgmental attitudes during counseling sessions.
- Assisted clients with goal setting and attainment processes by regularly monitoring progress towards identified objectives.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Lake County
Crown Point, IN05.2023
Technical Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Lake County
Crown Point, IN12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2011
Skills
- Health Screening
- Chronic Disease Management
- Diabetes Management
- Healthcare Billing
- Critical Care
- Chart Updating
- Lab Result Interpretation
- ADL Assistance
- Patient Monitoring
- Medication Distribution
- Patient Assessment
- Telemetry Monitoring
Certification
BLS- Basic Life Support
ALS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
TCI- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Dyer
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Franciscan Health Munster
08.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Advisor
Franciscan Health Dyer
01.2012 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Lake County
Technical Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Lake County
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University Bloomington
BLS- Basic Life Support
ALS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
TCI- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
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