Kelly Turner
Miamisburg,OH
Summary
Accomplished, 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. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Medical-Surgical
Kettering Health Network
Dayton, OH
11.2024 - 02.2026
- Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications following established protocols for patient safety.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction scores within the unit.
RN Organ Recovery Coordinator
Life Connection of Ohio
Kettering, OH
10.2020 - 05.2024
- Management of Organ Donors prior to recovery of organs for transplant in MICU/SICU/CICU/NSICU.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams on DCD (Donation after Cardiac Death) for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better organ recovery outcome.
- Management of DBD (Donation after Brain Death) full autonomy to make decisions in the care of the DBD including ordering medications, labs, diagnostics, CVVHD, Proning Protocols, managing ventilator and vasoactive medications.
- Collaborated with transplant surgeons for organ placement and recovery
- Enhanced family satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Miami Valley Hospital Main Campus
Dayton, OH
07.2009 - 11.2020
- Experience in MICU/SICU/CICU/NSICU managing critical ill patient's including TBI from MVA to GSW, Spinal injuries, CVA, Respiratory Failure, Sepsis, Asthma, COPD, CHF
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rets College
Centerville, OH11-2009
Skills
BLS/ACLS
Medication and IV administration
Direct Patient Care
Team Coordination
Patient education and counseling
Medication Administration
Patient Monitoring
Patient Management
Clinical judgment
Compassion and Empathy
Discharge Planning
Chart updating
Lab result interpretation
IV setup
Emergency Response
Patient Assessments
Infection control measures
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
RN, Medical-Surgical
Kettering Health Network
11.2024 - 02.2026
RN Organ Recovery Coordinator
Life Connection of Ohio
10.2020 - 05.2024
Miami Valley Hospital Main Campus
07.2009 - 11.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rets College