Kelsey Gilliland
Littleton
Summary
A well-traveled and passionate nurse with 5.5 years of experience in multiple acute care settings eager to finally work in L&D. Women's health has always been a passion of mine and I believe my varied experience in step-down medicine is a solid foundation for transitioning to L&D. Along with bringing an upbeat spirit and diligent work ethic to the unit, patient advocacy and provider collaboration is essential in the care I provide. I am ready to partner with my patients to help ensure safety and reassurance during their birth experience and instill confidence in the care they will receive.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
UVM Medical Center
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Miller 4 caring for patients with cardiac complications such as NSTEMI, arrhythmias, unstable angina, and congestive heart failure. Recover patients who have undergone valve replacement, cardiac stenting, and pacemaker placement
- Interpersonal skills are very important on this unit when it comes to patient education and collaboration to ensure they still have agency in the plan of their care. Routinely provide emotional support and reassurance to my patients undergoing nerve-wracking procedures and give them confidence in each member of their treatment team
- Had the honor of receiving The Daisy Award while working on Miller 4
Travel Registered Nurse
Providence Hospital And Medical Center
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Telemetry / medical surgical unit, 6:1 patient ratios, treating patients with COVID-19, cardiac complications, respiratory distress, substance use disorder, and medication noncompliance
- Many patients experienced housing instability, limited access to medical treatment, and faced social challenges that required working closely with social work to assure patients had a safe discharge plan
- Focus on adequate and appropriate pain management as well as enrolling patients in rehab programs
Travel Registered Nurse
UVM Medical Center
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Miller 3 in the cardiovascular and urology department caring for patients following cardiac bypass, vascular surgery, and invasive urology and renal procedures
- Proficient in managing continuous insulin infusions, complicated wound care, and knowledgeable about a variety of drains and surgical devices including chest tubes & temporary pacemakers
- Floated to other surgical floors at UVM and have experience with patients who are diabetic, post stroke/crani, those with paralysis, extensive bowel surgeries, and respiratory complications
Registered Nurse
Spectrum Health Hospital
12.2017 - 07.2020
- Busy 36 bed PCU/Orthopedic unit, 6:1 ratio, titrating cardiac drips, managing BiPap and HFNC, pain management for post-op patients
- Charge nurse position for two years here and supported fellow staff RNs while taking a 4 patient assignment
- Learned to adapt quickly to rapidly changing patient conditions on this unit in rapid response and code situations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Calvin University
Grand Rapids05.2017
Skills
- Promoting Patient Autonomy & Advocacy
- Maintaining Strong Interpersonal Relationships
- Time Management & Efficiency
- Head to Toe Assessments
- Clinical Documentation in EPIC and eMAR
- Non-pharmacological Pain Management Techniques
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Medication Administration & Education (PO, IV, SL, IM, SQ, Epidural)
- Effective Communication & Provider Collaboration
- Cardiac Rhythm Analysis & Interpretation
Certification
ACLS Certified
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
UVM Medical Center
11.2022 - 10.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Providence Hospital And Medical Center
10.2021 - 09.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
UVM Medical Center
10.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Spectrum Health Hospital
12.2017 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Calvin University