Kelsey Elliott, MSN, FNP-C
Mooresville,IN
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) with extensive experience in progressive cardiac care and acute patient management. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and chronic disease management across diverse patient populations. Proven leadership as a Charge Nurse in a high-acuity cardiac unit while maintaining exceptional standards of patient care and safety. Seeking to provide evidence-based, patient-centered care in cardiology, urgent care, or primary care settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Progressive Cardiac Care Unit Ascension St. Vincent
Indianapolis, Indiana
05.2023 - Current
- Managed patient throughput on 48-bed progressive cardiac care unit
- Supervise a team of 15 nurses and 5 patient care technicians
- Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff by providing guidance in complex clinical situations
- Coordinate patient care and ensure adherence to clinical protocols and safety standards
Registered Nurse
Progressive Cardiac Care Unit Ascension St. Vincent
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2020 - Current
- Delivered high-quality patient care in a fast-paced cardiac environment.
- Performed patient assessments, administer medications, and document care in EMAR
- Managed complex cardiovascular conditions including heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, and coronary artery disease
- Utilize critical thinking to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity
- Precept nursing students and new graduate nurses to support clinical development
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
Patient Care Tech
Progressive Cardiac Care Unit Ascension St. Vincent
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Provided compassionate care of 6-8 patients
- Obtained vital signs, assisted with activities of daily living
- Supported nursing staff with patient care tasks
- Reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff promptly
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Purdue University Global
10-2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Marian University
Indianapolis, Indiana12-2019
Academic Honors Diploma -
Cascade High School
Clayton, Indiana06-2015
Skills
- Comprehensive Patient Assessments
- Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
- Medication Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Acute Illness & Minor Injury Treatment
- Care Coordination
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner-FNP-C, AANP
- Registered Nurse- Indiana
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Nurse Practitioner Clinical Experience
Urgent Care, PromptMed Urgent Care, 160 hours
- Assessed and treated acute illnesses and minor injuries
- Ordered diagnostic testing and imaging as indicated
- Managed common infections and urgent medical conditions
Primary Care / Family Practice, North Putnam Family Health Care, 320 hours
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and physical examinations
- Developed differential diagnoses and treatment plans
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and laboratory results
- Prescribed medications under provider supervision
- Provided patient education on chronic disease management and preventative care
Women's Health, Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent Kokomo Women's Health, 160 hours
- Provided comprehensive prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care under supervision of a midwife
- Assisted providers with gynecological procedures, including PAP smears, endometrial biopsies, and IUD insertions,
- Educated patients on family planning, sexual health, and nutrition
Additional Experience
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Student Assistant – Office of Admission
Marian University | Indianapolis, IN
August 2015 – December 2019
- Communicated with prospective students via phone and email
- Assisted with admissions events and recruitment initiatives
- Guided new students through the admissions process, including housing and course registration
Vice President – Student Nurses Association
Marian University | Indianapolis, IN
August 2017 – May 2019
- Organized campus events and fundraisers for the nursing student body
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives
- Promoted professional development within the nursing program
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Progressive Cardiac Care Unit Ascension St. Vincent
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Progressive Cardiac Care Unit Ascension St. Vincent
01.2020 - Current
Patient Care Tech
Progressive Cardiac Care Unit Ascension St. Vincent
08.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Marian University
Academic Honors Diploma -
Cascade High School
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Purdue University Global