Kelly Young
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) 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.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
BSN, RN Cardiac Cath Lab
Advent Health
03.2024 - Current
- Shockwave, CSI, OCT, IVUS, IABP, Impella, artherectomy, rotablader, laser, Boston Scientific, Abbott, and many other new forms of treatment for care of coronary vessels and peripheral vessels.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices up to 10 cases per day and on call.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
BSN, RN CICU/CVICU/MICU/Covid ICU
Advent Health
01.2021 - 01.2024
- 44 bed cardiovascular intensive care unit
- Trach/Vent oxygen management
- Nasal and oral feeding tubs,Peg, Gj, post pyloric feeding tubes
- LVAD/Swan Gans/Balloon/Impella management/CRRT
- Swan Gans catheter monitoring
- PICC, Central line, Midline, A-line management
- Preceptor of Cardiac ICU skills for practicum nursing students and graduate nursing students, and skills check off for new grads.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
RN BSN Case Management
Maxim Healthcare Group/LHC Group
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Pediatric critical care assessment of well-being, invasive tubes/lines for maintaining optimal well being.
- Medication administration includes transplant medications.
- Managed 30 clients involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented risk management strategies for clients'' portfolios, minimizing exposure to market fluctuations while maximizing returns on investments.
Herzing University Nursing Tutor
Herzing University
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Prepared 30 students per session for successful completion of licensure exams by reviewing key content areas and test-taking strategies thoroughly.
- Organized and led skill-building workshops, focusing on topics like medication administration, wound care, and patient assessment techniques.
- Promoted critical thinking and problem-solving skills through interactive discussions and group activities during tutoring sessions.
- Developed customized tutoring strategies for individual students, addressing their specific learning needs and styles.
- Prepared students for successful completion of licensure exams by reviewing key content areas and test-taking strategies thoroughly.
Certified Medical Assistant Via NHA
Immediate Care/Urgent
09.2017 - 01.2020
- Obtained health history, medication reconciliation, integrating next level of care, basic physical assessment of 15 to 20 pediatric and adult clients per day.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Medication administration, vaccination administration; flu and strep testing.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
Company Manager
Clean Concepts
10.2014 - 07.2017
- Participated in industry conferences or events as a representative of the company, strengthening brand recognition.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
Patient Care Technician
Atlantic Healthcare System
10.2009 - 07.2012
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting of a 30 bed unit.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Mental Health Clinician
Bridgeway Rehabilitation
09.2006 - 10.2009
- Management of 5 clients clients per day in the community on mental health wellness, and come up with a treatment plan to increase client autonomy and ADLs
- Held group therapy sessions and provided a safe place for people to express their feelings
- Supported the nurse with medication administration and education of psychiatric medications
- Deescalated intense situation in which clients were in danger of themselves or others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
BSN Herzing University
Winter Park, FL08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Math
Felician University
Lodi, NJ01.2012
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Quality Improvement
- Health Promotion
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Team Coordination
- Precepting
- Nursing staff leadership
- EMR / EHR
Accomplishments
Summa cum laude
Certification
- Registered Nurse current multi-state license held in Florida RN 9574818
- CPR; ACLS; BLS active
- Member of Critical Care Nurses Association AACN mem# 13286849
- FNA/ANA mem# 71706290
- Sigma Theta Tou
Timeline
BSN, RN Cardiac Cath Lab
Advent Health
03.2024 - Current
RN BSN Case Management
Maxim Healthcare Group/LHC Group
04.2021 - 06.2022
BSN, RN CICU/CVICU/MICU/Covid ICU
Advent Health
01.2021 - 01.2024
Herzing University Nursing Tutor
Herzing University
03.2020 - 09.2021
Certified Medical Assistant Via NHA
Immediate Care/Urgent
09.2017 - 01.2020
Company Manager
Clean Concepts
10.2014 - 07.2017
Patient Care Technician
Atlantic Healthcare System
10.2009 - 07.2012
Mental Health Clinician
Bridgeway Rehabilitation
09.2006 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
BSN Herzing University
Bachelor of Science - Math
Felician University
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