Kenzy Tabor
Beebe,AR
Summary
Highly motivated healthcare professional experienced in variety of healthcare settings. Dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care to diverse patient populations. Determined in providing patient-centered care, developing care plans, delivering quality patient care in accordance with physician orders, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
11.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction through regular communication with patients and families, addressing concerns proactively and empathetically.
- Developed effective rapport with physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, case managers, and other members of the healthcare team for seamless patient care coordination.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from ICU level of care to lower acuity units by providing thorough handoff reports at shift change, upon transfer, or discharge.
- Enhanced patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions in the Medical Intensive Care Unit.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments upon admission to the Medical Intensive Care Unit, accurately identifying urgent needs and prioritizing interventions accordingly.
- Managed ventilator-dependent patients, skillfully titrating ventilator settings to optimize respiratory status and prevent complications.
- Reduced hospital-acquired infections through diligent monitoring of infection control measures and strict adherence to protocols.
- Assisted with advanced procedures such as central line insertions, arterial lines placements, bronchoscopies, and endotracheal intubations under physician supervision.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Patient Care Technician, ICU
Baptist Health Medical Center
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Demonstrated adaptability while working alongside various medical teams including respiratory therapists, dietitians, case managers, and social workers to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unforeseen challenges or complications that arose during daily tasks efficiently under pressure.
- Improved ICU efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and coordinating patient needs with medical staff.
- Facilitated seamless shift transitions by accurately reporting patient status and progress to incoming healthcare professionals.
- Aided in the stabilization of critical patients with emergency interventions such as CPR or AED usage under supervision of RNs or physicians.
- Streamlined workflow processes by assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients within the ICU unit.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area by performing routine equipment checks, restocking supplies, and sanitizing surfaces as needed.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully managed time-sensitive tasks such as blood draws or EKGs while maintaining a high level of attention to detail on each procedure performed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR08-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baptist Health College Little Rock
Little Rock, AR12-2021
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Arkansas State University
Beebe, AR05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR06-2018
Minor in Marketing -
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR06-2018
Associate of Science - Business
Arkansas State University
Beebe, AR05-2016
High School Diploma -
Beebe Public School
Beebe, AR05-2015
Skills
- EKG interpretation
- Patient assessments
- Dosage calculations
- Microsoft Office
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Student precepting
- Wound care
- Trauma nursing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway management
- Medication and IV administration
- Emergency triage
- Infusaport access
- Epic
- Manage mechanical ventilators
- Manage central lines and arterial lines
- Insert urinary catheters
- IV insertions
- IV insertion with ultrasound
- Manage external ventricular drains
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2024 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2022 - 06.2024
Patient Care Technician, ICU
Baptist Health Medical Center
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Registered Nurse License (RN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baptist Health College Little Rock
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Arkansas State University
Minor in Marketing -
Arkansas State University
Associate of Science - Business
Arkansas State University
High School Diploma -
Beebe Public School
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