Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
RegisteredNurse

Kelsey Beach

Vestaburg,Michigan

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with a solid background in patient care. Experienced in medical surgical, sub-acute rehabilitation, and long-term settings as both an RN and CNA. Seeking opportunities to advance career and professional development. Graduated with collegiate high honors. Dedicated to continuously expanding nursing knowledge and clinical skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Corewell Health
01.2021 - Current
  • Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
  • Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
  • Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
  • Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.

Direct Care Worker

Heritage Homes Inc.
04.2013 - 08.2015
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
  • Facilitated recreational activities for patients that promoted socialization, physical activity, and cognitive stimulation.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members.
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
  • Enhanced resident well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
  • Medication administration

Registered Nurse

Sheridan Community Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2021
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Metron Of Belding
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities while promoting independence.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Patient Care Technician

Sheridan Community Hospital
11.2015 - 08.2018
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions when necessary.
  • Obtained bladder scans and 12-lead EKGs.
  • Clerical duties such as order entry, answering phones, data entry, and chart processing.

Education

Nursing

Montcalm Community College
Sidney
01.2020

Skills

  • Clinical assessment/monitoring
  • Medication administration
  • Blood product administration
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Management of drains/tubes
  • Wound dressings
  • Patient education
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Team building
  • Accountability
  • Collaboration
  • Delegation
  • EHR documentation using Epic, Cerner, and CPSI

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing
  • CPR + BLS, American Heart Association
  • NIHSS, National Institutes of Health

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Corewell Health
01.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

Sheridan Community Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Metron Of Belding
01.2019 - 05.2020

Patient Care Technician

Sheridan Community Hospital
11.2015 - 08.2018

Direct Care Worker

Heritage Homes Inc.
04.2013 - 08.2015

Nursing

Montcalm Community College
Kelsey Beach