Kelsey King
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
09.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Restaurant Manager
Orapax Restaurant
10.2016 - 03.2020
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
Nursing Care Partner
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Education
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Queens University of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05.2014
Skills
- Patient Care
- Critical Thinking
- Staff Supervision
Certification
- Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS) Training - May 2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
09.2019 - Current
Nursing Care Partner
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2019
Restaurant Manager
Orapax Restaurant
10.2016 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Queens University of Charlotte
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