Kelly Brooks
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
St. Luke's Hospital
03.2021 - Current
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records.
- Optimized resource utilization by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and clinical needs.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Decreased length of Emergency Department stays by expediting patient flow, efficiently coordinating care with ancillary services such as laboratory and radiology.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
COVID-19 ICU RN
Krucial Staffing
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintained proficiency in advanced clinical skills such as ventilator management and hemodynamic monitoring for critically ill patients.
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families and medical personnel.
- Provided compassionate care for critically ill COVID-19 patients and their families, addressing emotional and physical needs.
RN Staff Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
03.2015 - 04.2020
- Administered oral, IV and subcutaneous medications and monitored patient reaction.
- Observed strict safety measures, including confirming medication dosages prior to patient administration.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations; promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Clinical Coordinator ICU
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
01.2009 - 03.2015
- Provided direct care of ICU patients.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and code situations.
- Distributed nursing assignments while providing guidance and training to ensure proper care.
- Presented information regarding diagnoses, conditions, illnesses, treatments and outcomes to patients and families.
Travel RN, ICU
American Mobile Healthcare
07.2006 - 01.2009
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities, staying current on evidence-based practices to provide the highest quality of care possible.
- Knowledge, experience and ability to quickly adapt to unfamiliar and varied healthcare institution.
- Confidence in medical proficiency and interpersonal communication skills.
ICU Charge Nurse, Staff Nurse
Prisma Health System
04.1999 - 06.2006
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Established effective working relationships with support staff, contributing to a cohesive team environment that prioritized patient safety and wellbeing.
- Participated in regular rounds with interdisciplinary team members to discuss ongoing plans of care tailored specifically towards patients'' evolving needs.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University
Clemson12.2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC03.1999
Associate of Science - Healthcare/ Paramedic Program
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC05.1994
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Problem resolution
- Leadership
- Active Listening
- Leadership
Certification
ACLS, PALS, BLS, ELNEC trained
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
St. Luke's Hospital
03.2021 - Current
COVID-19 ICU RN
Krucial Staffing
04.2020 - 03.2021
RN Staff Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
03.2015 - 04.2020
Clinical Coordinator ICU
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
01.2009 - 03.2015
Travel RN, ICU
American Mobile Healthcare
07.2006 - 01.2009
ICU Charge Nurse, Staff Nurse
Prisma Health System
04.1999 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
Associate of Science - Healthcare/ Paramedic Program
Greenville Technical College
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