Kelly O’Brien

• Conducted tilt table testing to evaluate patient responses and cardiovascular function.
• Administered dobutamine stress echocardiograms to assess cardiac performance.
• Prepared patients for transesophageal echocardiograms and assisted during cardioversions.
• Established IVs and reviewed lab results to guide clinical decision-making.
• Maintained communication with cardiology medical doctors for coordinated patient care.
• Managed medication administration for optimal treatment outcomes.
• Oversaw recovery of patients from post-anesthesia until discharge or return to inpatient room.

• Managed all aspects of PACU nursing from stage one to discharge home.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments, prioritizing critical interventions and medication administration.
• Provided airway assistance to ensure patient stability during recovery.
• Assisted with pain management and comfort measures for patients in PACU.
• Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery processes.
• We also had an outpatient department, facilitating numerous cataract surgeries alongside PACU responsibilities.

• Learned and mastered new skills for recovering patients in a Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Deliver exceptional patient care for patients daily with basic to critical care needs.
• Focused on maintaining excellent patient care under highly acute circumstances.
• Assisted with pain management and comfort measures for patients in PACU.
• Monitored patient recovery post-anesthesia in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transitions post-surgery.
• Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and guidelines.
• Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery processes.

• Obtained North Carolina broker licensure through Howard Perry and Walston Real Estate Academy.
• Guided clients through property transactions and negotiations, ensuring successful outcomes.
• Managed listings while maintaining an accessible property database for clients.
• Coordinated open houses and property showings to attract potential buyers.
• Assisted clients in all aspects of home purchasing and selling processes, enhancing overall experience.

Conducted home visits for patient assessments and medication management.

• Administered medications and effectively monitored patient responses.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
• Provided end-of-life care support to patients and families during grieving processes.
• Addressed new patient needs through effective collaboration with care team.
• Acquired foundational case management skills to enhance delivery of patient care.

• Care of all acuities of patients presenting to the ED for care.
• Triage, assessment, IV initiation, med administration, reassessment and planning with MD’s/mid-levels.
• Provided high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
• Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
• Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
• Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
• Managed communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Utilized critical thinking skills when making clinical decisions regarding patient care.
• Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions; modified plan of care accordingly.

• Delivered direct patient care immediately post-operation.
• Assessed and managed pain and adverse events effectively.
• Executed emergency responses to ensure patient safety.
• Educated patients and families using teach-back method for better understanding.
• Provided comprehensive education on post-operative care protocols.
• Assessed patient health status and monitored vital signs regularly.

• Total care of my assigned patients in Stage 1 or Stage 2 of PACU.
• Patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Monitored patient recovery post-anesthesia in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Assisted with pain management and comfort measures for patients in PACU.
• Completed direct patient care tests to determine current conditions, responses, and needs.
• Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
• Administered medications and managed intravenous lines for patients.
• Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in high-pressure environments.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Administered medications and monitored patient responses for safety and efficacy.

• Provided emotional support to patients during challenging medical situations.
• Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
• Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care units.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Educated patients and families about health management and recovery processes.
• Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Monitored vital signs, laboratory results and other health data to identify changes in patient conditions.
• Served as a preceptor for newly hired staff nurses orienting them to departmental expectations.
• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.