Kelly Bertrand
Swanton,Vermont
Summary
Driven and patient-oriented nursing student with 2 years of clinical experience pursuing RN licensure, providing compassionate care to patients with diverse backgrounds while bestowing strong therapeutic communication skills and seeking opportunities in psychiatric nursing.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Preceptorship-Progressive Care Unit
Northwestern Medical Center
St. Albans, VT
11.2024 - Current
- Head-to-toe assessments, taking vital signs, administering medications, close observations of patients, precise and thorough documentation, implementing rigorous infection control measures, assistance with hygiene and daily activities, communicating/collaborating with the care team
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing timely interventions in the step-down unit
Preceptorship-Family Birth Center
Northwestern Medical Center
St. Albans, VT
01.2024 - Current
- Head-to-toe assessments, taking vitals, administering medications
- Monitoring fetal heart rate, measuring contractions, collaborating with the care team, and supporting the patient and labor partner with therapeutic communication
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries
Front Office Assistant
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services
St. Albans, VT
11.2019 - Current
- Building rapport with clients and creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere
- Assisting new clients with all registration paperwork, including consent and disclosures
- Navigating electronic medical records & automated scheduling software
- Managing incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff
- Training new employees
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Vermont State University
St. Albans, VT05.2025
Practical Nursing Certificate -
Vermont State University
St. Albans, VT05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT08.2005
Skills
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified
- Proficient in MediTech EMR Systems
- Mental Health First Aid Certification
- Workplace Cultural Awareness Certification
- HIPAA Compliance Training
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassionate Engagement
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Awards
- Critical Occupations Scholarship Recipient
- Vermont Trades Scholarship Recipient
Volunteer Experience
Service in Scrubs, Vermont State University, St. Albans, VT, 10/01/24, Present
References
- Heather Smith, SN, MBA, RN, RNC-MNN, Classroom & Clinical Instructor, heather.smith@vermontstate.edu
- Steve Cousino, LCSW, Coworker at NCSS, steve.cousino@ncss.org
Personal Information
Title: LPN
Certifications & Skills
- BCLS and ACLS certified
- MediTech EMR proficient
- Mental Health First Aid certified
- Cultural Competence in the Workplace certified
- HIPAA training
- Strong clinical judgment
- Exhibit compassion and empathy in all interactions
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Timeline
Preceptorship-Progressive Care Unit
Northwestern Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Preceptorship-Family Birth Center
Northwestern Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Front Office Assistant
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services
11.2019 - Current
Associate Degree - Nursing
Vermont State University
Practical Nursing Certificate -
Vermont State University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Vermont
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