Kelly Borden
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
Milwaukee,WI
1
Certification
25
years of professional experience
RN Day Surgery Nurse with extensive pre-operative chart review and perioperative documentation experience in pediatric day surgery. Screens records for acute and chronic conditions, including bleeding disorders and endocrine disorders, and escalates 9+ patient safety concerns per month to protect surgical readiness and patient safety. Leads staff training as a team lead, preceptor, and EPIC Certified Credentialed Trainer, turning complex clinical criteria into clear guidance.
Work History
RN Day Surgery Nurse
12 Years 5 Months- Conduct extensive pre-operative chart review as part of the Day Surgery call center team, screening records for acute illnesses and chronic conditions (e.g., bleeding disorders, endocrine disorders) that could affect surgical readiness — directly parallel to medical record review for legal work.
- Serve as team lead and preceptor for new call center staff, training nurses on chart review standards and clinical screening criteria.
- Reviewed and documented patient records across the perioperative continuum, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital protocols and regulatory standards.
- Served as EPIC Certified Credentialed Trainer, training nursing staff on accurate, legally defensible clinical documentation practices.
- Led orientation and training programs, translating complex clinical procedures into clear guidance for new staff — directly transferable to explaining medical issues to attorneys and juries.
- Identified and escalated patient safety concerns promptly, supporting proactive risk management.
- Advocated for patients across care transitions, ensuring continuity and adherence to standard of care.
RN Urgent Care
1 Year 1 Month- Assessed and triaged patient presentations against clinical protocols to prioritize treatment and identify deviations requiring escalation.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and document individualized treatment plans, maintaining accurate medical records.
- Assisted with procedures requiring precise documentation of technique, consent, and outcome.
- Mentored new RNs on hospital policy and compliance standards.
RN Trauma/Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
10 Years 6 Months- Delivered and documented critical care for trauma and cardiac patients in accordance with hospital protocols, physician orders, and regulatory standards — directly relevant to standard-of-care review in high-acuity litigation.
- ECMO-trained nurse and preceptor for a specialized, high-risk intervention.
- Served as relief charge nurse, managing patient flow, staff assignments, and unit operations.
- Precepted new nurses on clinical practice, documentation standards, and hospital policy.
- Contributed clinical expertise to the neurosurgery committee, informing policy and quality-of-care initiatives.
- Educated families on care plans and health management, translating complex medical information for lay audiences.
Registered Nurse, PICU
7 Months- Managed complex medical equipment and technology, documenting utilization and patient response per protocol.
- Conducted and recorded ongoing assessments of critically ill pediatric patients to identify and escalate changes in condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and document comprehensive care plans.
- Communicated patient status clearly and accurately to healthcare providers and families.
RN, Thoracic Surgery Step-down Unit
1 Year 5 Months- Monitored and documented cardiac, pulmonary, and hemodynamic status for post-surgical patients to ensure timely interventions and optimal recovery.
- Assessed and managed pain with epidural and IV analgesics, documenting patient response to enhance pain management strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for patients in an intermediate care setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Summa Cum Laude
- Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society, Kappa Mu Chapter
- Golden Key National Honor Society
- Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society
- Academic Dean's List (consecutive terms)
Skills
Medical record & pre-operative chart review
Standard-of-care assessment
Case chronology & timeline development
Regulatory & compliance knowledge
Critical care
trauma
cardiac & pediatric expertise
EMR/EPIC proficiency & staff training
Clinical documentation accuracy
Complex medical communication for non-clinical audiences
Patient safety escalation
Preceptor training
Certification
- Evergreen LNC Subcontractor Course — completed 2 mock case reviews
- Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN)
- EPIC Certified Credentialed Trainer
Accomplishments
Certified Pediatric Nurse
AWARDS & HONORS
DAISY Award Winner, Silver REACH Recipient — yearly since 2019
Timeline
RN Day Surgery Nurse
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
03.2014 - CurrentRead More
RN Urgent Care
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
03.2013 - 04.2014Read More
RN Trauma/Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
07.2003 - 01.2014Read More
Registered Nurse, PICU
Mayo Clinic, St. Mary's Hospital Campus
11.2002 - 06.2003Read More
RN, Thoracic Surgery Step-down Unit
Mayo Clinic
06.2001 - 11.2002Read More
Winona State University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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