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Kenisha Harden

Orthoatlanta Surgery Center
Douglasville,GA
14
years of professional experience

Dynamic Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Tanner Medical Center, excelling in cardiovascular care and patient assessment. Proven ability in developing treatment plans and enhancing patient education, while demonstrating strong interprofessional collaboration. Skilled in ECG interpretation and dedicated to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.

Work History

Stress Lab Nurse Practitioner

2 Years 4 Months
Tanner Medical Center | 04.2024 - Current

● Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with experience in cardiovascular care, exercise and pharmacologic stress testing, patient assessment, and diagnostic interpretation.

● Skilled in evaluating patients with cardiac symptoms, managing acute responses during stress testing, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based cardiovascular care.

● Dedicated to patient safety, quality improvement, and compassionate care.

● Exercise treadmill stress testing

Pharmacologic stress testing (e.g., Regadenoson, Dobutamine)

● Pre-test cardiovascular assessment

● ECG interpretation

● Cardiac risk stratification

Registered Nurse, PACU

2 Years 5 Months
Orthoatlanta Surgery Center | 03.2024 - Current
  • Monitored patient vital signs and recovery progress post-anesthesia to ensure safety and comfort.
  • Assisted in the preparation of patients for surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Administered medications and IV fluids according to physician orders, maintaining accurate records.
  • Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to deliver optimal patient care during recovery phase.
  • Educated patients and families on post-operative care plans, enhancing understanding of recovery processes.
  • Implemented pain management strategies, adjusting care based on patient feedback and clinical guidelines.
  • Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.

Agency Registered Nurse, ER

3 Years 5 Months
Multiple Hospitals | 08.2020 - 01.2024
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses in adherence to hospital protocols.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and post-discharge care instructions.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and implement appropriate interventions promptly.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Adapted quickly to changes inpatient acuity levels and adjusted care plans accordingly to meet evolving needs.

Nurse Practitioner

4 Months
Metro Reentry Facility | 01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Conducted comprehensive health assessments to determine patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment protocols and improve patient outcomes.
  • Prescribed medications based on evidence-based practices, ensuring optimal therapeutic effectiveness.
  • Educated patients on disease management and prevention strategies, fostering self-care and wellness.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

9 Years 1 Month
Wellstar Cobb Hospital | 10.2012 - 11.2021
  • Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on severity and urgency.
  • Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient status for timely interventions.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Education

MSN - Nurse Practitioner

Kennesaw State University | Kennesaw, GA | 12-2020

BSN - Nursing

South University Savannah | GA | 05-2018

Master of Science - Nursing

Aiken Technical College | Aiken, SC | 08-2009

Skills

Preventive care
Patient education
Health promotion
Interprofessional collaboration
Patient examination
Treatment plan development
Chronic disease management
Diagnosis and treatment
Prescribing medications
IV insertion
BLS/ACLS

Timeline

Stress Lab Nurse Practitioner

Tanner Medical Center
04.2024 - CurrentRead More

Registered Nurse, PACU

Orthoatlanta Surgery Center
03.2024 - CurrentRead More

Nurse Practitioner

Metro Reentry Facility
01.2023 - 05.2023Read More

Agency Registered Nurse, ER

Multiple Hospitals
08.2020 - 01.2024Read More

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Wellstar Cobb Hospital
10.2012 - 11.2021Read More

Kennesaw State University

MSN from Nurse Practitioner
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South University Savannah

BSN from Nursing
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Aiken Technical College

Master of Science from Nursing
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Kenisha Harden