Kelly Hogan
Canton,CT
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 9+ years experience in diverse roles including direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Organized and dependable individual, skilled in managing multiple tasks and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Possesses a consistent willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals, while facing challenges with a positive attitude. High drive and a tireless work ethic with natural interpersonal strengths composing core of professional skill set. Currently seeking a new opportunity as a Nurse Educator, where I can leverage my clinical expertise and passion for teaching to support and guide nursing staff in their professional development. Eager to contribute to the growth of future nurses by fostering an environment of learning, collaboration, and excellence in patient care."
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through compassionate listening and empathetic communication.
- Streamlined documentation processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy of patient records.
- Coordinated closely with case managers to ensure seamless transitions between levels of care for patients requiring additional support services upon discharge from the hospital setting.
- Advocated for patient rights within the healthcare system by maintaining confidentiality standards, addressing ethical concerns when necessary.
- Prevented escalation of psychiatric crises by recognizing early warning signs and intervening promptly with appropriate de-escalation techniques.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for acute behavioral health situations, ensuring patient safety and proper treatment implementation.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Hartford Hospital- Institute Of Living D3S
02.2018 - 12.2024
- Provide direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Respond to volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety.
- Oversee care of suicidal patients and act swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Explain useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Coordinate with treatment teams to provide appropriate input and effectively implement treatment plans.
- Monitor vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to treatment team.
- Advocate for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explain course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers.
- Provide skilled, timely, and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provide exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly respond to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge as active member of several groups and committees within Hartford Hospital Behavioral Health Network.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborate with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction and safety.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development, and nursing simulation activities.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Bridgeport Hospital
03.2016 - 12.2019
- Assisted doctors during major and minor surgeries and procedures.
- Prepared OR for procedures, ensuring all surgical instruments and equipment were on hand
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to anticipate needs.
- Verified patient information to make licensed staff aware of relevant health factors.
- Awarded two great catch awards for demonstrating commitment for keeping patients speaking up and preventing potential harm.
Education
Master Of Science In Nursing - Nursing Education
Capella University
04-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College
05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
05.2011
Skills
- Preventive Healthcare
- Psychiatric and Physical Assessments
- Patient safety
- Patient Relationships
- Clinical documentation
Emergency Medical Administration
- Mental health counseling
- Nursing Unit Collaboration
- Family support
Behavioral management
De-escalation techniques
Individualized care planning
Certification
- CT RN License #131996
- American Heart Association Learn Rhythm Adult
- RQI Healthcare Provider ALS or PALS
Contact
Canton, CT 06019
Education
New Haven, CT,Newburgh, NY,true,Minneapolis, MN
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Hartford Hospital- Institute Of Living D3S
02.2018 - 12.2024
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Bridgeport Hospital
03.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
- CT RN License #131996
- American Heart Association Learn Rhythm Adult
- RQI Healthcare Provider ALS or PALS
Master Of Science In Nursing - Nursing Education
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary College
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