Kelly Walton
Washington,IN
Summary
Patient-oriented Registered Nurse with extensive emergency and critical care experience at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center. Proficient in ventilator management and hemodynamic monitoring, I excel in emergency response, nursing procedures, and patient advocacy. I have been recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and leadership, as a charge nurse and house supervisor. I bring a commitment to excellence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Critical Care Unit
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center
Jasper, IN
12.2024 - Current
- Operate and monitor life support systems and medical devices specific to the critical care setting.
- Manage arterial and central venous catheters, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Supervise cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators, alarms, and oxygen delivery devices.
- Manage life-sustaining treatments, such as ventilator support.
- Assist with patients requiring dialysis therapies.
- Manage the care of patients on mechanical ventilation, optimizing respiratory function and monitoring for complications.
Vascular Access Clinical Coordinator
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center
Jasper, IN
10.2019 - Current
- Utilized point-of-care ultrasound routinely and provided staff education regarding POCUS.
- Participated in the development and review of clinical policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate patient care services.
- Coordinated continuing education and for clinical staff.
- Managed budget and resources to ensure efficient use of funds.
- Coordinated weekly work schedules for department employees.
House Supervisor
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center
Jasper, IN
07.2017 - 07.2020
- Managed daily staffing needs including scheduling shifts, managing call-offs and recruiting additional personnel as needed.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing.
- Acted as a liaison between management team and frontline staff regarding issues such as policy changes or process improvements.
- Engaged in problem solving initiatives to resolve conflicts between staff or patients.
- Addressed guest complaints promptly and professionally.
- Directed emergency response and crisis interventions.
Registered Nurse-Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center
Jasper, IN
04.2007 - 10.2019
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Administered medications, treatments, and vaccines as prescribed, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
Registered Nurse-Emergency Department
St. Joseph's Hospital
Huntingburg, IN
08.2003 - 01.2007
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Vincennes University
Vincennes, Indiana05-2003
Skills
- Point of Care Ultrasound
- Central Line Placement
- Ventilator management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Critical care assessment
- Arterial catheter management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Emergency response
- Vasoactive medication administration/titration
Certification
- Registered Nursing License, State of Indiana from 2003-present
- ACLS certification from 2004-present
- PALS certification from 2004-2008, enrolled in July 2025 PALS class
- BLS certification from 1995-present
- TNCC certification from 2007-2024
- ENPC certification from 2007-2024
- Vascular Access Board Certification from 2021-present
- Board Certification in Emergency Nursing from 2018-2022
- CCRN pending, test schedule May 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Critical Care Unit
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center
12.2024 - Current
Vascular Access Clinical Coordinator
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center
10.2019 - Current
House Supervisor
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center
07.2017 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse-Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center
04.2007 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse-Emergency Department
St. Joseph's Hospital
08.2003 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Vincennes University
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