Kendra Davis
Cave City,AR
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Committed to patient education and advocacy. Works great with a team and provides good leadership.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Cave City Nursing Home
Cave City, AR
06.2021 - Current
- Reviewed and updated infection control policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current standards.
- Investigated reports of suspected infections among patients, staff, and visitors.
- Collaborated with other departments within the facility to ensure compliance with applicable regulations relating to infection control practices.
- Provided guidance on appropriate isolation precautions for contagious illnesses or conditions.
- Educated healthcare personnel on the importance of hand hygiene practices and the use of personal protective equipment.
- Created educational materials about various types of infections, their symptoms, treatments., for distribution among staff members.
- Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
- Delivered care and treatment reflective of appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted assessments to determine the resident's functional and cognitive abilities, as well as their level of care needs.
- Monitored residents' progress and updated MDS records accordingly.
- Provided training and education to nursing staff on current MDS regulations.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to ensure accuracy of information reported on the MDS forms.
- Participated in survey preparation activities by ensuring that all necessary documents were available during surveys conducted by state agencies or accreditation organizations.
- Facilitated team meetings with members from other departments such as Social Services, Dietary, Activities, Rehabilitation services, to discuss resident issues and concerns related to the MDS process.
- Managed comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments for patient admissions and annual reviews.
RN
White River Health
Batesville , AR
10.2017 - 06.2021
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Developed education materials about psychiatric illnesses for use by staff and clients.
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Performed wound care, medication administration and IV therapy according to physician orders.
- Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas.
Education
Associate of Science - RN
Ozarka College
Melbourne, AR12.2020
Associate of Science - LPN
University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Batesville, AR07.2017
Associate of Arts -
University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Batesville, AR06.2014
Skills
- Infectious Disease Control
- Patient Assessment
- Medication and IV Administration
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Immunization Skills
- Team Coordination
Timeline
RN
Cave City Nursing Home
06.2021 - Current
RN
White River Health
10.2017 - 06.2021
Associate of Science - RN
Ozarka College
Associate of Science - LPN
University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
Associate of Arts -
University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville
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