Kelly Ann Domengeaux
Metairie,LA
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence. Healthcare professional adept in emergency care with focus on delivering patient-centered outcomes. History of impactful contributions to patient stabilization and care coordination. Collaborative team player known for adaptability and reliability, ensuring seamless operations in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
APS Health & Infusion Nursing System
09.2024 - Current
- Educated patients and families on infusion therapies, equipment usage, and self-care techniques for better treatment adherence.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering a trusting environment conducive to successful home-based care.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of each patient''s individualized plan of care by regularly reviewing progress toward goals.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions between inpatient and outpatient settings as needed for home infusion therapy.
Charge Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department
Tulane Medical Center/LCMC Healthcare
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by delivering compassionate care and advocating for individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed medication administration safely and accurately while maintaining meticulous documentation in electronic health records systems.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families by providing regular updates on treatment progress supporting decision-making processes surrounding end-of-life care options when needed.
- Maintained a high level of clinical expertise in managing complex medical cases such as cardiac events, neurological disorders, and oncology treatments; ensuring optimal care delivery.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics through diligent monitoring of patient progress and proactive identification of issues requiring intervention.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Corrections Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Correcthealth
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed conflict resolution within the nursing team to foster a harmonious working environment that supports effective patient care delivery.
- Improved patient care by coordinating and supervising nursing staff and ensuring adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St Vincent's East Medical Center
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse (RN) Staff
St Tammany Parish Hospital
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Provided medical care and specialized treatment to patients who are either critically injured or seriously ill
- Skills incorporated into ER Nurses include performing phlebotomist's tasks and EKGs on a nightly basis
- Continuously assessing for changes in the patient's condition and keeping direct communication with physicians and other members of the health team regarding said changes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurse (RN)
West Jefferson General Hospital
05.2011 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
LPN/RN Float Nurse
East Jefferson General Hospital
11.2011 - 01.2016
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring clean and safe environment for patients and staff
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
Education
Master of Science - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Illinois05.2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA12.2011
Skills
- Supervising Experience
- Nurse Management
- Emergency Care
- Patient Assessments
- IV Insertion
- Trauma Nursing
Personal Information
Title: Trauma Certified Registered Nurse
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Affiliations
- Emergency Nurses Association Member
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Trauma Certification
- PALS
- CPI
Additional Information
Daisy Nominee 2024
Employee of the Quarter
Employee of the month x 2
Employee Spotlight
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
APS Health & Infusion Nursing System
09.2024 - Current
Charge Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department
Tulane Medical Center/LCMC Healthcare
08.2023 - 10.2024
Corrections Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Correcthealth
12.2022 - 04.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St Vincent's East Medical Center
12.2020 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse (RN) Staff
St Tammany Parish Hospital
06.2019 - 12.2020
LPN/RN Float Nurse
East Jefferson General Hospital
11.2011 - 01.2016
Registered Nurse (RN)
West Jefferson General Hospital
05.2011 - 05.2019
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Trauma Certification
- PALS
- CPI
Master of Science - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Charity School of Nursing
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