Kellie Saltz
Lino Lakes
Summary
Accomplished and compassionate Registered Nurse with a robust background at Minnesota Oncology and the University of Minnesota Medical Center, showcasing expertise in chemotherapy administration and leadership. Excelled in multidisciplinary collaboration, significantly enhancing patient care through innovative interventions and infection control. Proven mentorship and critical thinking skills underscore a commitment to excellence and patient satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Minnesota Oncology
12.2017 - Current
- Lead RN for the last 3 years
- Manage staffing, assignments, attend meetings, and complete the schedules
- Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
University of Minnesota Medical Center
08.2013 - 12.2018
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Administer medications, wound care and numerous other personalized interventions.
- Direct and supervise care delivered by other healthcare personnel like nursing assistants and LPNS.
- Provide health promotion, counseling, and education.
- 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.
Nursing Assistant
University of Minnesota Medical Center
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota School of Business
Richfield, MN06-2013
Skills
- Nursing staff Leadership
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Compassion and empathy
- Delegation
- Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy administration
- Starting and maintaining peripheral IV's
- Central Lines
- Infection control measures
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counselin
- Lab result interpretation
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Minnesota Oncology
12.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
University of Minnesota Medical Center
08.2013 - 12.2018
Nursing Assistant
University of Minnesota Medical Center
08.2011 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota School of Business
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