Kelly Thorson
Rathdrum,ID
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with experience delivering high-quality care to patients in Home and clinic infusion, Cardiac Telemetry PCU and Critical Care units. Trained in a Level II Trauma mixed ICU including Neuro/Trauma, CVICU open heart patients. Nominated numerous times by patients and families for Daisy Award. Flexible, highly resilient, and compassionate, I place patients first and work to continually improve my knowledge and skills in nursing practice. My greatest strength is my compassionate nature and nondiscriminatory approach to patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infusion Nurse
Providence Infusion and Pharmacy Services
Spokane Valley, WA
05.2023 - Current
- Acted as nurse educator to patients implementing home infusion therapy teaching nursing skills to patients to self administer IV infusions.
- Frequently performed venipuncture for blood draw according to MD orders off site and in clinic.
- Provided specialty sterile dressing changes for CVC lines/ port access for both pediatric and adult patients.
- Monitored patients during infusions such as immune globulin, biologics, iron infusions, and therapies in conjunction with chemotherapy
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Worked with interdisciplinary team to deliver care and supplies to patients on service.
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Kootenai Medical Center
Coeur D'Alene, ID
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided care for medically fragile patients on critical drips, ventilators, post stroke care, high risk infusions and therapies, monitoring withdrawals, post open heart care, ACLS, etc
- Communicated and collaborated with healthcare team and patient to identify and meet physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Staff Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry PCU
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
Spokane, WA
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Provide total nursing care in the cardiac acute care setting.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
Anatomy & Physiology Teacher Assistant
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted students of all skill levels with understanding and excelling in lab work and A&P studies.
- Reviewed, evaluated and marked assignments and examinations.
- Helped students with subject knowledge as well as general abilities in learning, studying and retaining information.
Paraprofessional Educator
Mead School District
Spokane, WA
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Evaluated individual student needs, including academic and social situations to address challenges and goals.
- Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA08.2021
Skills
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Central line management
- Patient and family education and support
- Specialty dressing changes for PICC lines/ports
- Experience with challenging IV placement
- Experience with ACLS
Certification
- BLS Cert
- Telemetry Cert
- NIHSS Cert
Timeline
Infusion Nurse
Providence Infusion and Pharmacy Services
05.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Kootenai Medical Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
Staff Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry PCU
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
11.2021 - 08.2022
Anatomy & Physiology Teacher Assistant
Spokane Community College
01.2018 - 06.2020
Paraprofessional Educator
Mead School District
12.2017 - 12.2019
Associates Degree in Nursing
Spokane Community College
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