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Kelsey West Williams

Russell Springs,KY

Summary

Skilled Circulating Nurse with substantial experience in operating room environments. Demonstrated strengths in patient advocacy, communication and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure optimal surgical outcomes. Proven ability to maintain a sterile environment, adhere to safety protocols, and manage emergency situations effectively. Notable for improving efficiency and quality of care in previous roles.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Circulating Nurse, Operating Room

Triage Staffing Inc.
Louisville, KY
04.2022 - 07.2024
  • Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
  • Ensured proper functioning of all medical equipment used in the OR.
  • Assisted surgeons with instruments and other supplies during operations.
  • Prepared and maintained accurate records of patient care activities.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Responded quickly to life threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.
  • Verified correct identification of patient before beginning any procedure.
  • Observed infection control policies when handling specimens or disposing sharps objects.
  • As an agency nurse at Jewish Hospital in dowtown Louisville I was involved in a wide variety of surgical cases. The following are: kidney and liver transplants, vascular (TCAR, TVAR, EVAR, coiling, AV shunt revision/creations, fem-pops), ENT (free flaps, neck dissections, trach creations, tympanomastoidectomies, ear tubes, etc.), general (laparoscopic, open, Davinci Xi), neuro crani (pentero microscope, Medtronic Stealth, some DBS stage I and II, some Exoscope experience), neuro spine (ACDF, TLIF, tumor resections), urology (cystoscopies, urethroplasty, nephrectomies), hands (revascularization, trauma, arthrodesis) and orthopedics (robotic with MAKO, some ROSA, scopes, and some revisions)

REGISTERED NURSE CIRCULATOR

TJ SAMSON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
GLASGOW, KY
08.2019 - 07.2024
  • Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
  • Provided direct nursing care to pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative patients.
  • Administered medications as ordered by physician.
  • Maintained aseptic and sterile technique throughout the procedure.
  • Ensured proper functioning of all medical equipment used in the OR.
  • Prepared and maintained accurate records of patient care activities.
  • Evaluated patient's physical condition before, during and after surgery.
  • Provided emotional support to patients undergoing surgery or invasive procedures.
  • Involved in many orthopedic, general, podiatry, dental, ENT, urology, GYN, and obstetric cases.

REGISTERED NURSE NEURO

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Somerset, KY
03.2018 - 08.2019
  • Discussed progress, needs and medications with other members of patients' clinical teams
  • Explained care, physician-ordered tests and medications with patients and their family members or caregivers
  • Developed a tailored care plan for each patient in collaboration with physicians and the healthcare team
  • Assessed ICU patients throughout each shift to ascertain their vitals and other key information
  • Monitored labs and kept patient updated on their status upon lab work return
  • Assisted patient with ADL’s and mobility
  • Floated to my floor’s surgical and telemetry side at times, so I am used to having anywhere from 2-7 patients at once

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

Taylor Regional Hospital
Campbellsville, KY
04.2015 - 01.2018
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
  • Obtained vitals, weights, and assisted in activities of daily living
  • Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery
  • Served as a ward clerk, helping to admit, enter doctor’s orders, and read rhythm strips
  • Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses under a nurse’s care, including COPD and asthma

Education

ADN - Nursing

Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KY, United States
12-2017

High School Diploma - Health Sciences

Russell County High School
Russell Springs, KY, United States
01.2014

Skills

  • IV drug therapy management
  • Enthusiastic caregiver
  • Blood administration
  • Interpretation skills of labs
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Body mechanic knowledge
  • Critical care experience
  • Efficient charting
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • BLS
  • NIHH Scale Certified
  • Fast learner
  • Willing to learn
  • Cerner, USA, and Meditech charting

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Circulating Nurse, Operating Room

Triage Staffing Inc.
04.2022 - 07.2024

REGISTERED NURSE CIRCULATOR

TJ SAMSON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
08.2019 - 07.2024

REGISTERED NURSE NEURO

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
03.2018 - 08.2019

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

Taylor Regional Hospital
04.2015 - 01.2018

ADN - Nursing

Campbellsville University

High School Diploma - Health Sciences

Russell County High School

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