Kelsey Hilbourn
Chadbourn,NC
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and medication administration. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient care and positive outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student RN
Southeastern Community College
Whiteville , NC
08.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
CNA
Columbus Regional Healthcare System
Whiteville , NC
08.2022 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing - Healthcare
Southeastern Community College
Whiteville, NC05-2025
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Basic Life Support
- Community health
- Health Promotion
- Compassion and Empathy
- Geriatric Care
- Discharge Planning
- Wound Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Infectious disease control
- ADL Assistance
- Care Planning
- Supply Restocking
- Feeding Assistance
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Licensed RN
- Culturally sensitive
- Patient Monitoring
- Collecting vitals
- Patient Evaluation
- IV setup
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
Accomplishments
- Top 10% of my graduating nursing class.
- Nursing Honors Society
Certification
- BLS
- CPR Certified
- CNA License
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student RN
Southeastern Community College
08.2023 - Current
CNA
Columbus Regional Healthcare System
08.2022 - Current
Associates Degree in Nursing - Healthcare
Southeastern Community College
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