Kelly Bolois
Broadview Heights,Ohio
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse with over 20 years of diverse clinical experience across Emergency Room (ER), Preoperative & Recovery (PACU), Charge Nurse, Skilled Care, and Long-Term Care settings. Adept at delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in fast-paced environments and complex care settings. Skilled in triage, critical care, postoperative recovery, pain management, team leadership, and coordinating care for residents with chronic conditions. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage patient flow, and improve the quality of care in both acute and long-term settings.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Preoperative & Recovery Room (PACU)
MetroHealth Hospital Ambulatory Center
11.2022 - Current
- Managed preoperative assessments, ensuring patients were thoroughly evaluated and properly prepared for surgery, including physical exams, lab tests, and patient education.
- Provided critical postoperative care to patients recovering from surgeries, monitoring vital signs, managing pain levels, and observing for complications such as bleeding or respiratory distress.
- Collaborated with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and the healthcare team to ensure smooth transitions between surgery and recovery, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the process.
- Educated patients and families about recovery plans, including post-surgical care instructions, pain management strategies, and signs of complications.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and communication among healthcare providers.
- Delivered patient care through assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing interventions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health maintenance strategies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Staff Nurse – Emergency Room (ER)
Marymount Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided leadership and coordination for a fast-paced ER department, overseeing patient flow, assignments, and ensuring optimal care delivery.
- Collaborated with a team of RNs, LPNs, and PCNAs, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to ensure the highest standards of care.
- Triage and assess patients in a high-volume, high-acuity environment, prioritizing care based on clinical needs.
- Administered emergency care, medications, and treatments in collaboration with the medical team for patients experiencing trauma, cardiovascular events, and other life-threatening conditions.
- Maintained clinical oversight of patient care, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with hospital policies and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse – Charge Nurse, Skilled & Longterm Care
Villa St. Joseph
09.2009 - 11.2021
- Led a team of nurses and nursing assistants in a skilled care facility, ensuring high standards of care for patients with chronic illnesses and rehabilitation needs.
- Developed and implemented care plans for patients with complex conditions such as diabetes, heart failure, stroke recovery, and neurological disorders.
- Monitored patient health status, coordinated physician orders, and provided assessments for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care patients.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff, ensuring adherence to infection control procedures and regulatory requirements, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Administered medications, IV therapies, and managed wound care for patients with chronic conditions requiring ongoing medical attention.
- Provided direct care to residents with long-term medical and geriatric needs, including those with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and advanced age-related conditions.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, wound care, assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs), and provided emotional and psychological support to residents and families.
- Ensured the safety and comfort of residents by managing infection control practices, supervising care staff, and participating in regular care evaluations.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Denver College of Nursing
Denver, Colorado12.2021
Skills
- Emergency Room (ER) Nursing & Triage
- Preoperative & Postoperative Care (PACU)
- Charge Nurse Leadership & Team Management
- Skilled Nursing Care & Chronic Disease Management
- Long-Term Care & Geriatric Care
- Patient Stabilization & Critical Care
- Pain Management & Post-Surgical Recovery
- Clinical Documentation & EMR Systems (Epic)
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS), BLS, PALS
- Patient Education & Advocacy
- Care Plan Development & Implementation
- Infection Control & Safety Protocols
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient monitoring
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Patient discharge
- Mobility assistance
- Compassion and empathy
- Wound care
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) License – Ohio, License #468001 Issued: August 22, 2019 | Expiration: October 31, 2027
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association Issued: January 2026 | Expiration: January 2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association Issued: January 2026 | Expiration: January 2026
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – American Heart Association Issued: January 2026 | Expiration: January 2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Preoperative & Recovery Room (PACU)
MetroHealth Hospital Ambulatory Center
11.2022 - Current
Staff Nurse – Emergency Room (ER)
Marymount Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse – Charge Nurse, Skilled & Longterm Care
Villa St. Joseph
09.2009 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Denver College of Nursing