Kelly Parks

While working as an immunization nurse for St. Louis County, I was also the VFC coordinator. This role allowed me to gain knowledge about vaccine storage and handling.

• Streamlined inventory management processes, ensuring adequate supplies of vaccines were always available for administration.
• Stayed current on industry best practices and emerging research related to vaccinations, enhancing service quality for patients.
• Provided support to patients experiencing adverse reactions or side effects from vaccinations, ensuring their well-being and proper medical care were addressed.
• Ensured compliance with vaccination guidelines, contributing to an overall improvement in public health outcomes.

As a contract nurse with Favorite Healthcare Staffing, I worked as a per diem nurse initially. I worked at different nursing homes/skilled nursing facilities.

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

I was offered a contract in May 2021 with St. Louis County DPH, supervising 1 of 3 Covid-19 vaccination clinics. It was this contract that led me to become an immunization nurse at St. Louis County Department of Public Health.

• Provided compassionate care during immunization appointments, making patients feel comfortable throughout the process.
• Provided support to patients experiencing adverse reactions or side effects from vaccinations, ensuring their well-being and proper medical care were addressed.
• Trained new nurses on proper immunization techniques and documentation procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment within the clinic setting.
• Streamlined inventory management processes, ensuring adequate supplies of vaccines were always available for administration.
• Actively participated in continuing education opportunities, staying up-to-date on the latest advancements in immunization science and nursing practice.
• Educated patients on vaccine safety and efficacy, addressing concerns and promoting informed decision making.

As a Travel Nurse with Atlas Medstaff, I worked contracts of varying length. all contracts were with Nursing Homes/Skilled Nursing Facilities.

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
• Streamlined communication by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry advancements and enhance nursing competencies.