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Kenisa Haynes

Houston

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse with 10 years of diverse nursing experience in critical care settings. Skilled in high-stakes patient management, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Seeking to leverage clinical expertise and adaptability as an OCS Specialist I at TransMedics.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

PRN Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann Health System
Houston
04.2024 - Current
  • Delivers high-quality nursing care for NICU patients, including comprehensive assessments, medication administration, and family education
  • Manages care for critically ill patients requiring invasive and non-invasive respiratory support, central line maintenance and blood collection, and intensive hemodynamic monitoring
  • Applies advanced problem-solving skills to identify and correct acid-base imbalances, adjusting treatment plans based on lab interpretation and clinical status
  • Quickly adapts to shifting patient needs and treatment protocols in a fast-paced, high-stress environment

PRN Registered Nurse

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Houston
07.2022 - Current
  • Performs critical care nursing for neonatal patients requiring respiratory support and intensive monitoring
  • Provide cross-functional support to pediatric units to manage high-acuity cases, including critically ill patients on ventilators
  • Expertly analyzes lab results and collaborates with medical team to adjust treatment for complex acid-base imbalances
  • Evaluates varying lab results, including blood gases, electrolyte panels, and metabolic profiles to modify care in real time
  • Demonstrates the ability to quickly adapt to fast-paced, high-stress environments

PRN Registered Nurse

AIM Staffing, Inc.
Houston
01.2023 - 03.2024

• Provided specialized nursing care for acutely ill neonates, including management of ventilator support

• Performed detailed lab collection and interpretation to assess metabolic and respiratory status, guiding adjustments to care plans

• Identified and corrected acid-base imbalances, adjusting ventilation settings and medications as needed

Travel Registered Nurse

NuWest Group
Torrance
10.2023 - 03.2024

• Delivered neonatal and pediatric critical care at various facilities, adapting quickly to different protocols and clinical environments

• Provided cross-functional support by seamlessly transitioning to pediatric units to manage high-acuity pediatric cases involving ventilator support and complex hemodynamic instability

• Applied advanced problem-solving to address metabolic and respiratory imbalances using real-time lab interpretation and clinical judgment

• Collected and analyzed complex lab values, including ABGs, lactate levels, and renal function panels, to guide treatment adjustments

Travel Registered Nurse

CHG Healthcare
Boca Raton
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Provided neonatal and pediatric intensive care in diverse healthcare settings, managing ventilator support and hemodynamic monitoring
  • Provided cross-functional support to care for critically ill pediatric patients requiring complex medical interventions
  • Applied expertise in acid-base imbalance correction, adjusting ventilation and medication regimens based on lab results and patient response
  • Delivered patient and family education while ensuring high standards of care and safety
  • Effectively handled high-pressure situations with calm professionalism.

Registered Nurse, Level III NICU

Texas Children's Hospital
Houston
02.2016 - 10.2021
  • Delivered specialized care for premature and critically ill neonates, including monitoring and management of respiratory support needs and varying complex medical needs
  • Performed and interpreted complex lab work to detect and address imbalances, modifying care plans accordingly
  • Collaborated with medical teams to adjust treatment plans based on patient response and clinical data
  • Supported families with education and emotional support during critical situations.

Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery

Bayshore Medical Center
Pasadena
01.2015 - 02.2016
  • Delivered newborn care, performed detailed assessments, and provided resuscitative measures when needed
  • Collaborated with NICU teams to transition infants needing higher levels of care

Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit

Bayshore Medical Center
Pasadena
07.2014 - 01.2015
  • Performed quality nursing care for adults in an ICU step down unit, including patient assessments, medication administration, patient and family education, and intensive monitoring
  • Collaborated with healthcare and interdisciplinary teams to effectively manage patient plan of care to promote safe and quality care

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX
05-2014

Skills

  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Problem-solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to detail
  • Flexibility
  • Adaptability

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) – TX, CA, MN, OR, DC, NY, IL, HI – Active

• AHA Healthcare Providers BLS Certification – Exp. September 2025

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – Exp. March 2027

• RNC-ELBW (Extremely Low Birth Weight Certification) – Exp. June 2027

References

  • Available upon request

Timeline

PRN Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann Health System
04.2024 - Current

Travel Registered Nurse

NuWest Group
10.2023 - 03.2024

PRN Registered Nurse

AIM Staffing, Inc.
01.2023 - 03.2024

PRN Registered Nurse

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
07.2022 - Current

Travel Registered Nurse

CHG Healthcare
10.2021 - 06.2022

Registered Nurse, Level III NICU

Texas Children's Hospital
02.2016 - 10.2021

Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery

Bayshore Medical Center
01.2015 - 02.2016

Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit

Bayshore Medical Center
07.2014 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Houston Baptist University
Kenisa Haynes