Kelsey Paslay
Topeka,KS
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse from Stormont Vail Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and compassionate care. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring staff and enhancing patient satisfaction through holistic nursing practices. Proven expertise in medication administration and patient advocacy, contributing to superior healthcare delivery and teamwork coordination.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Stormont Vail Hospital
Topeka
07.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Education
Bachelor's Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Washburn University
Topeka, KS05.2022
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Team Coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Stormont Vail Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Bachelor's Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Washburn University