Kelsey Bradford
Winnsboro,LA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in medication administration, patient assessments, and direct patient care. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and teamwork.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mary Bird Perkins
Alexandria, LA
11.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to achieve optimal treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs, ensuring timely interventions and accurate documentation.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
LaSalle General Hospital
Jena, LA
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices, improving team efficiency and patient care quality.
- Streamlined workflow processes by integrating electronic health records for better communication among caregivers.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced compliance with safety standards and regulatory guidelines.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, fostering a supportive environment within healthcare settings.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA12-2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- IV setup
- Family education
- Taking vitals
- Collecting vitals
- Lab result interpretation
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- Vaccine administration
- Emotional awareness
- Appointment scheduling
- Supply restocking
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mary Bird Perkins
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
LaSalle General Hospital
01.2021 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Monroe