Kenneth Bone
Parkridege Medical Center
Chattanooga,TN
1
Certification
34
years of professional experience
Seasoned Registered Nurse with 30 years of clinical experience in patient assessment, medication administration, and intraoperative planning. Delivered compassionate care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Focused on providing safe, evidence-based care while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Work History
Surgical Registered Nurse
8 Years 1 Month- Monitored vital signs and provided immediate interventions during surgeries to ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize workflow and enhance communication in high-pressure environments.
- Administered pre-operative assessments and developed individualized care plans for surgical patients.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices for sterile techniques and post-operative care protocols.
Surgical Registered Nurse
3 Years- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced surgical outcomes and increased patient satisfaction scores.
- Implemented pain management strategies, improving patient recovery experiences after surgery.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and adherence to clinical guidelines in surgical settings.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, ensuring availability of necessary surgical supplies and equipment.
Surgical Registered Nurse
2 Years 10 Months- Demonstrated leadership abilities by mentoring new nurses on best practices for perioperative care and serving as a go-to resource for colleagues seeking guidance or input on challenging cases.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical unit, collaborating closely with fellow nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Provided comprehensive education to patients and families regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and follow-up care, promoting informed decisionmaking.
- Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
Registerd Nurse - Emergency
4 Months- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes in electronic health records.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive care strategies.
Surgical Registered Nurse
8 Years 6 Months- Connected with patients and families from a variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.
- Assessed patients for [Type] immediately following surgery to identify and resolve potential complications.
- Maintained a sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Assessed patients for complications immediately following surgery to identify and resolve potential complications.
- Precept new RN to surgical settings.
Registered Nurse-Endoscopy
2 Years 9 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs during endoscopic procedures.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-procedural care to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with safety standards in the endoscopy unit.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and workflow efficiency.
- Charge Nurse
- Preceptor Nurse
- Conscious Sedation
- Assist with procedure
Registered Nurse-Endoscopy
2 Years 3 Months- Assisted in the training of new nursing staff on endoscopy procedures and best practices.
- Streamlined scheduling processes for endoscopic procedures, reducing patient wait times significantly.
- Developed and maintained accurate patient records, ensuring timely documentation of care provided.
- Evaluated patient responses to interventions, adjusting care plans as necessary to improve overall health outcomes.
- Conscious sedation
- Assist with procedures
Registered Nurse
2 Years 3 Months- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and communicating concerns to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Rehabilitation for CVA,MVA, and post-op Ortho Surgical patients
Registered Nurse-Endoscopy
1 Year 9 Months- Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
- Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
- Managed sedation administration for optimal pain relief during clinical sessions while monitoring vital signs closely.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, increasing adherence to discharge instructions and promoting overall wellbeing.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year 6 Months- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients under physician supervision.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, mobility, and daily living activities to enhance comfort.
Licensed Practical Nurse
4 Years 6 Months- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction ratings across departments.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing training on best practices in patient care.
- Streamlined documentation processes to improve accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Conscious sedation
- Assist with procedures
- 24hr Ph Studies
- Esophageal Motility Studies
Education
High School Diploma
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
LPN - LPN Program
Skills
Operating room safety
Preoperative care
Patient Education
Minimally Invasive Techniques
Compassionate care
Sterile technique
Surgical preparation
Infection and Prevention
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Surgical Registered Nurse
Parkridege Medical Center
07.2018 - CurrentRead More
Surgical Registered Nurse
Hamilton Medical Center
06.2015 - 06.2018Read More
Surgical Registered Nurse
Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center
09.2012 - 07.2015Read More
Registerd Nurse - Emergency
Blue Ridge Medical Center
04.2012 - 08.2012Read More
Surgical Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital
09.2003 - 03.2012Read More
Registered Nurse-Endoscopy
Memorial North Park Hospital
12.2000 - 09.2003Read More
Registered Nurse-Endoscopy
Erlanger Hospital
06.2000 - 09.2002Read More
Registered Nurse
Siskin Hospital
06.2000 - 09.2002Read More
Registered Nurse-Endoscopy
Memorial Hospital
09.1998 - 06.2000Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parkridge Medical Center
03.1997 - 09.1998Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bradley Memorial Hospital
09.1992 - 03.1997Read More
Cleveland State Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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Brainerd High School
High School Diploma
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Chattanooga State Community College
LPN from LPN Program
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