Kelly Penman Jr.
Carlisle,IA
Summary
Patient-focused Registered Nurse, experienced in working on critical care floors. Promoting analytical, communication and leadership skills with proven history of remaining calm in high-pressure situations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Surgical Services
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
Des Moines, IA
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted physicians with biopsies of gastrointestinal tissues for laboratory analysis.
- Monitored vital signs during endoscopic procedures and administered medications as needed.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative education to patients and families.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
Des Moines, IA
03.2010 - 03.2024
- Provided direct patient care to individuals admitted with cardiac arrhythmias.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the Cardiac Telemetry unit.
- Educated patients and families about the diagnosis, treatment plan, medications, lifestyle modifications and follow-up care.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding complex medical cases involving cardiac telemetry patients.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
Des Moines, IA
03.2009 - 03.2010
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Monitored post-surgical wounds for infection or complications; documented findings accordingly.
- Educated patients on post-operative instructions, wound care, nutrition and exercise regimens.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA05-2008
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Patient Education
- Telemetry and Advanced Cardiac Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Policy and procedure compliance
Certification
- RN
- CPR for Healthcare Providers
Accomplishments
- Volunteer Firefighter with Northern Warren Fire Department 1/2010-1/2017
- United States Navy - Airman 1996-1998
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Surgical Services
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
03.2010 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
03.2009 - 03.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
- RN
- CPR for Healthcare Providers
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