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Kelly Peterson R.N., B.S.N.

Anaheim Hills,CA

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment.

Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills and willing and able to assist to achieve in company goals.

Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of responsibilities and training needs. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in company.

Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Pre Op/Post Anesthesia Care Unit Supervisor

Pacific Surgical Center
Cosat Mesa, California
08.2015 - 03.2016

Supervised and coordinated with nursing staff all pre/post operative patients preparing for surgery with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure a safety of the patients

Order all medical supplies and pre/post op medications for the surgical center

Oversaw the departments making sure all JCAHO approval and requirements met

  • Evaluated patient pain, nausea, difficulty breathing and fear and agitation in recovery room and employed various nursing interventions to manage vulnerabilities.
  • Comforted and reassured patients and family members and patiently answered questions and conveyed important care information.

Registered Nurse- Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Newport Plaza Surgical Center
Costa Mesa, California
02.2013 - 03.2016
  • Evaluated patient pain, nausea, difficulty breathing and fear and agitation in recovery room and employed various nursing interventions to manage vulnerabilities.
  • Assessed patient incision site, monitored body temperature and tracked other indicators of stability or complications.
  • Comforted and reassured patients and family members and patiently answered questions and conveyed important care information. All post op instructions from surgeon to educate family and patient with good understanding for home care
  • Monitored vital signs and levels of consciousness to verify anesthetic wore off properly and patient regained consciousness.

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Walt Disney Studios
Burbank, California
03.2016 - Current
  • First responder for any emergencies on studio lot, providing nursing care, first aid and basic life support and additional trauma and care for all employees and visitors presenting with any illnesses or injuries
  • Respond to on-site medical field emergencies
  • Collaborated with Medical Director and CDC regarding Covid compliance measures are followed within guidelines on Studio lot and Medical deparment staff
  • Works with production offices and studio lot stage managers on daily schedules and meeting their medical needs; injuries, illnesses, work and personal
  • Reports to safety and all ambulance visits to the worksite
  • Coordinates with production, safety, security and fire and collaborates with Crisis Management Team for Disaster Preparedness, fire drills, UICT training for Medical staff
  • Attend meetings as appropriate as Medical Staff meetings, Productions Safety meetings, Crisis Management , Risk Management
  • Supervises Local 80 nurses in department regarding responsibilities in department , safety topics, work comp injuries and emergency preparedness
  • Collaborates with safety on studio lot to insure all AED and first aid equipment is readily available and current
  • Provide medical stand-bys as needed for special events (e.g. parties. screenings, vendor fairs)
  • Supervising R.N. in Disney Studio Premieres in Hollywood and collaborating with Disney security and special events team coordinator
  • Administered medications via oral, monitored responses

Local 80 Set Medic/Registered Nurse

IATSE Local 80
Los Angeles Area, California
03.2016 - Current
  • Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons on production and location
  • Work closely with UPM/1st A.D. and attend daily safety meetings to ensure all safety measures are followed
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Baby Registered Nurse

Various Production Companies
Los Angeles Area, California
03.2016 - Current
  • Advocates to protect the health, safety and rights of infant on set.
  • .Works closely with various departments in production, camera ,wardrobe lighting and props to ensure safety of the infant on set
  • Collaborates with the Set teacher /Welfare worker on set to protect the infant and following all the rules with babies on set
  • Assessed, evaluated and ensured safety of infants on set, i.e. R.N.resposnible to carry infant on set with parent, confirmed scene is appropriate and safety measures followed, Covid compliance measures followed

Registered Nurse

Dr. Ashton Kaidi M.D., FACS
Newport Beach, CA
09.2005 - 03.2014
  • Collaborated with physician to assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment for preoperative and postoperative care in office and follow up care after surgery
  • Educated patient and families on pre operative /post operative surgery expectations and recovery information and answered any questions, discussing medications prescribed by doctor
  • Trained staff in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Provided direct patient care in office procedures , assessing post operative incisions , drains, removing sutures/staples per M.D.
  • Trained in Aesthetic procedures in office : Botox, laser treatments ,chemical peels
  • Assisted surgeon in numerous back office procedures and educated patient in post procedure care

Registered Nurse, Med/Surg/ER Coordinator/ICU/PACU

Providence St. Joseph Medical Center
Burbank, California
04.1994 - 08.2005
  • Collaborated with physicians ton unit o quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing
Illinois
05.2006

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills
06.1992

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

California State University, Northridge
Northridge
05.1990

High School Diploma -

Alemany High School
Mission Hills
06.1985

Skills

  • Administrative Staff Supervision
  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • Emergency Readiness
  • Nursing Operations Management
  • Organizational Goal Development
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Problem Resolution
  • Medical Programs Implementation
  • Decision Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Employee Work Scheduling

Accomplishments

  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital care provided quality care
  • Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
  • Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Supervised team of staff R.N.'s.

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
  • American Association of Occupational Health Nurses
  • CPR/First Aid Instructor
  • Emergency Nurses Association
  • American Red Cross Blood Drive Coordinator
  • Children's Hospital Blood Donor Center Volunteer
  • Make A Wish Foundation Volunteer
  • Relay For Life American Cancer Society Organizer
  • Toastmasters
  • Alzheimer's Association
  • Susan B. Koman Foundation

Quote

If you can dream it, you can do it.
Walt Disney

Timeline

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Walt Disney Studios
03.2016 - Current

Local 80 Set Medic/Registered Nurse

IATSE Local 80
03.2016 - Current

Baby Registered Nurse

Various Production Companies
03.2016 - Current

Pre Op/Post Anesthesia Care Unit Supervisor

Pacific Surgical Center
08.2015 - 03.2016

Registered Nurse- Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Newport Plaza Surgical Center
02.2013 - 03.2016

Registered Nurse

Dr. Ashton Kaidi M.D., FACS
09.2005 - 03.2014

Registered Nurse, Med/Surg/ER Coordinator/ICU/PACU

Providence St. Joseph Medical Center
04.1994 - 08.2005

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Los Angeles Pierce College

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

California State University, Northridge

High School Diploma -

Alemany High School
Kelly Peterson R.N., B.S.N.