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Kelsey Swarts

Dora

Summary

Nursing professional with focus on patient care and team leadership. Strong skills in clinical decision-making, patient assessment, and care planning. Known for effective communication, adaptability, and teamwork. Dependable in high-pressure environments with commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Charge Nurse

Ridgeview Health Services
05.2023 - Current
  • Assessed patient conditions and collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure optimal care delivery.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
  • Assisted in administering medications and treatments as directed by physicians.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care plans.

Travel Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Travel Nurse Across America
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Delivered high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple hospitals.
  • Adapted quickly to new environments, ensuring compliance with state regulations and facility protocols.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency of patient records management.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery across various clinical settings.
  • Provided medical care to patients in varied settings to offer patients best possible care regardless of location.

Call Center Nurse - 3 Month Contract

LHI - Logistics Health Incorporated
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Provided clinical support to patients via telephone, addressing medical inquiries and COVID recommendations.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans and medication management, ensuring understanding and adherence.
  • Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality and protected sensitive information by adhering to HIPAA regulations in all interactions.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems proficiently for efficient documentation of patient encounters and seamless information exchange among healthcare professionals.

Medical/Surgical Nurse

Walker Baptist Medical Center
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to any changes, preventing potential adverse events or complications.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments for falls prevention measures, reducing fall-related injuries among patients in the medical-surgical unit.

Operating Room Nurse

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare operating rooms, maintaining sterile environments and organizing instruments.
  • Assisted in the development of protocols for infection control, improving overall safety standards within the operating room.
  • Evaluated and refined workflows related to patient care processes, contributing to increased operational efficiency within the team.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient outcomes, driving continuous improvement initiatives for surgical services.
  • Collaborated closely with surgeons to ensure proper equipment setup and availability of necessary instruments.

Medical ICU Nurse

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
07.2018 - 07.2019
  • Assisted in the management of critical care equipment, including ventilators and infusion pumps.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify changes in patient conditions promptly.
  • Prevented complications by closely monitoring ventilator-dependent patients for changes in respiratory status or infection risks.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patients'' progress, vital signs, and medication administration in electronic health records.
  • Evaluated trends in patient data over time to assist physicians in making informed decisions about treatment plans.

Student Nurse Technician

Birmingham Surgery Center
05.2017 - 07.2018
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure seamless patient care and efficient workflow in the surgical unit.
  • Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and active listening skills during interactions.
  • Ensured timely responses to call lights, attending to patients'' needs quickly and efficiently.
  • Exhibited excellent time management skills when prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously under high-pressure situations.
  • Participated in educational opportunities to continually improve nursing knowledge and enhance the quality of patient care provided.

Education

Nursing

Bevill State Community College
Jasper
05-2018

Skills

  • Clinical leadership
  • Care coordination
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient advocacy
  • Duty delegation
  • Discharge planning
  • Staff education and training
  • Documenting observations
  • EMR systems
  • Staff supervision

Timeline

Charge Nurse

Ridgeview Health Services
05.2023 - Current

Travel Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Travel Nurse Across America
01.2022 - 01.2023

Call Center Nurse - 3 Month Contract

LHI - Logistics Health Incorporated
10.2021 - 12.2021

Medical/Surgical Nurse

Walker Baptist Medical Center
01.2020 - 12.2020

Operating Room Nurse

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
07.2019 - 01.2020

Medical ICU Nurse

Princeton Baptist Medical Center
07.2018 - 07.2019

Student Nurse Technician

Birmingham Surgery Center
05.2017 - 07.2018

Nursing

Bevill State Community College

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