Kelly Addesa

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses under supervision.
• Assisted in daily nursing tasks, including vital signs monitoring and charting.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to support patient care plans effectively.
• Attended training sessions to learn best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
• Documented patient information accurately to ensure continuity of care.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families to enhance comfort levels.
• Utilized electronic health record systems for efficient data management and retrieval.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to elevate patient care standards.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
• Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
• Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
• Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
• Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

• Led nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring adherence to clinical protocols.
• Implemented process improvements to enhance patient flow and reduce wait times in urgent care setting.
• Developed training programs for new hires, fostering a collaborative team environment and improving retention rates.
• Coordinated interdisciplinary meetings to align treatment plans and optimize patient outcomes across departments.
• Monitored compliance with state regulations and organizational policies, maintaining accreditation standards consistently.
• Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff, providing constructive feedback to support professional growth.
• Managed budgeting and resource allocation for nursing operations, ensuring cost-effective utilization of supplies and personnel.
• Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
• Contributed to hospital accreditation efforts by adhering to established quality standards, participating in audits, and addressing identified deficiencies in a timely manner.
• Strengthened nurse-patient relationships by promoting a culture of empathy, active listening, and open communication within the nursing team.
• Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
• Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.

Worked in Surgical and Pulmonary ICU’s