Kerin M. Hehir
Golden,CO
Summary
Registered nurse with over 16 years of experience in various healthcare settings, including med-surg, orthopedics, renal/dialysis, cardiovascular surgery, oncology and aesthetics. Proven ability to deliver high-quality patient care and support in pre-operative and anesthesia environments. Strong leadership skills and a commitment to patient-centered practices. Seeking to contribute expertise in a dynamic nursing role.
Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Registered Nurse
Camp Wayfarer
06.2025 - Current
- Administered first aid and emergency care to campers, ensuring health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with camp administration to develop health protocols for various activities.
- Educated campers on personal hygiene and health practices, promoting wellness within the camp community.
- Coordinated with local healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for campers' medical needs.
Pre-Op Nurse & Block Nurse
Atrium Health, Mercy
08.2023 - 07.2026
- Provide comprehensive pre-operative care, preparing patients for surgery and ensuring all necessary protocols are followed.
- Assist Anesthesia with nerve blocks, contributing to effective pain management and improving patient outcomes.
- expertise in IV insertion
- Serve as Unit-Based Council Co-Chair, leading initiatives to improve unit operations and patient care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Provided mentorship to junior nursing staff on vascular access protocols.
- Monitored infusion rates, solution compatibility, line integrity, site condition, and other parameters associated with intravenous therapy.
Registerd Nurse Aesthetic Injector
Nuglo Medical Aesthetics
09.2024 - 06.2026
- Administered patient assessments and developed tailored treatment plans to enhance aesthetic outcomes.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care, enhancing satisfaction and compliance with recovery protocols.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skills development and enhancing team capabilities.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify process inefficiencies and recommend solutions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Pre-Op Nurse
CaroMont Regional Medical Center
03.2018 - 07.2022
- Delivered high-quality pre-operative care, working closely with surgical teams to ensure patient readiness.
- Recovered Phase 2 patients, ensuring they were safe for discharge and completing all patient education in a thorough, easy to understand manner.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
RN-Resource Team
Atrium Health
04.2013 - 02.2018
- In house travel nurse floating between three facilities among various units including 6T (Cardiothoracic Surgery), 4T (oncology), 11B (Hepatobilary unit), Overflow, ED OBS, Mother-Baby, OrthopedicSurgery, Psych and Pre-op.
Travel RN
American Mobile Healthcare
04.2012 - 04.2013
- Worked at Durham Regional in Durham N.C as a travel RN on a Med-Surg and Ortho Surgery floor.
- After this assignment continued with American Mobile and took an assignment at Novant Presbyterian in Charlotte, NC- worked on a Renal/Dialysis floor.
RN
Rose Medical Center, Denver
05.2010 - 05.2012
- Worked in a Progressive care unit managing 2-3 higher acuity patients at a time. Provided life saving interventions and supported patients and families during recovery.
- Assisted the ICU doctor with bedside procedures such as line placement and chest tube placement.
- Quickly planned and coordinated a wedding on the unit for a patient who was actively dying, but his last wish was to marry his significant other.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line insertions or PICC line placements, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
Certifed Nursing Assistant
Rose Medical Center, Denver
06.2005 - 05.2010
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Metropolitan State College
Denver, COBachelor of Arts - Sociology- Minor Social Work
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MASome College (No Degree) - Wilderness Survival And Education
National Outdoor Leadership School (N.O.L.S)
Lander, WYSkills
- Pre-operative assessment
- IV Placement
- Assisted Anesthesia with conscious sedation during Pre-OP Nerve Blocks
- Patient education
- Emergency response
- Unit operations improvement
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Recipient-Atrium Mercy, January 2025
- Nursing Excellence Award- Caromont Health-Fall 2020
Affiliations
- Unit Based Council Co-Chair Jan 2024-present
- Flu Vaccine Champion Fall 2025
Certification
- ASPAN member
- BLS, ACLS and PALS Certified
Timeline
Camp Registered Nurse
Camp Wayfarer
06.2025 - Current
Registerd Nurse Aesthetic Injector
Nuglo Medical Aesthetics
09.2024 - 06.2026
Pre-Op Nurse & Block Nurse
Atrium Health, Mercy
08.2023 - 07.2026
Pre-Op Nurse
CaroMont Regional Medical Center
03.2018 - 07.2022
RN-Resource Team
Atrium Health
04.2013 - 02.2018
Travel RN
American Mobile Healthcare
04.2012 - 04.2013
RN
Rose Medical Center, Denver
05.2010 - 05.2012
Certifed Nursing Assistant
Rose Medical Center, Denver
06.2005 - 05.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Wilderness Survival And Education
National Outdoor Leadership School (N.O.L.S)
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology- Minor Social Work
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Metropolitan State College
Education and Training
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