KELLY MCDONOUGH
WALKER,Minnesota
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse with nearly eight years in nursing leadership. Known for fostering teamwork amongst staff. Serving as a resource for nursing staff through leadership and supervision, demonstrating effective communication, and placing high standards on documentation excellence and efficiency in the workplace. Committed to delivering high standards of quality of care while ensuring that the operational needs of the facility are met.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director, RN
Northwoods Pregnancy Center
2021.01 - 2024.10
- Provide managerial support, direction, supervision and training to all staff and volunteers
- Monitor and evaluate all staff performance, including nurses, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Responsible for the creation, revision and implementation of all Medical Policies, Procedures and Protocols with oversight from the Medical Director
- Continual assessment of the effectiveness of workflow, implementing revisions to client assessments, intake processes and assuring accurate documentation.
- Increased client satisfaction scores by fostering a compassionate and supportive environment within the center, resulting in a 372% increase in clients served since year 2020.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity while working with diverse populations
- Represented organization to local public by providing presentations, speeches, radio interviews, and participating in community events.
Registered Nurse
Community Behavioral Health Hospital - Bemidji
2017.01 - 2021.01
- Perform as charge nurse on the unit; collaborating with practitioners, overseeing medication administration, oversight of staff, and delegating tasks while assuring staff assignments are completed efficiently and per policy
- Perform ongoing assessments to evaluate mental and physical health needs while working with a multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Participated in the preparation of state surveys
- Recognize the presence of trauma symptoms in patients while acknowledging how the experienced trauma may impact behaviors, mental health and patient's ability to engage in treatment.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity while working with diverse populations experiencing a wide range of mental health issues.
Licensed Practical Nurse
MSOCS - Laporte/Akeley
2014.09 - 2017.01
- Improved individual outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms in individuals while acknowledging how the experienced trauma may impact behaviors, mental health and individual's ability to engage in treatment.
Resident Assistant
Maycreek Senior Living - Memory Care
2011.03 - 2014.09
- Administered medications accurately under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Aided in managing chronic conditions through close monitoring and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Adapted communication strategies according to each resident's unique cognitive capabilities or language preferences, ensuring clear understanding and effective exchange of information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Relias Academy
07.2024
American Health Care Academy
06.2024
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Northwest Technical College
Bemidji, MN2016
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Northwest Technical College
Bemidji, MN2014
Skills
- Team leadership
- Approachable leader
- Process Improvement
- Policies and Procedures
- Ensuring performance accuracy
- Multi-tasking and promoting efficiency
Timeline
Executive Director, RN
Northwoods Pregnancy Center
2021.01 - 2024.10
Registered Nurse
Community Behavioral Health Hospital - Bemidji
2017.01 - 2021.01
Licensed Practical Nurse
MSOCS - Laporte/Akeley
2014.09 - 2017.01
Resident Assistant
Maycreek Senior Living - Memory Care
2011.03 - 2014.09
Relias Academy
American Health Care Academy
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Northwest Technical College
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Northwest Technical College
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