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Kerrilyn Olaughlin
Guilford,ME
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge with results, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about point~click~care electronic charting, medication administration, patient centered care goals & implementation of those goals. Interdisciplinary & collaboration with healthcare team members; focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse~Charge Nurse
Genesis Healthcare System
Old Town, ME
09.2024 - 01.2026
- Administered medications & treatments following physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications & IV therapies.
- Monitoring of vital signs & evaluation of patient's comorbidities ensuring accurate & prompt nursing interventions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians & initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use & disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Adhered to strict documentation processes using electronic health record systems, improving accuracy & accessibility of patient information.
- Educated family members & caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions & individualized care plans.
- Coordinated efforts with interdisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive care strategies focused on individual patient needs.
- Followed all personal & health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws & prevent information breaches.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care & emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse~Charge Nurse
Hibbard's Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Dover~Foxcroft, ME
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Administered medications & treatments following physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications & IV therapies.
- Monitoring of vital signs & evaluation of patient's comorbidities ensuring accurate & prompt nursing interventions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians & initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Advised patients & caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, & disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Adhered to strict documentation processes using electronic health record systems, improving accuracy & accessibility of patient information.
- Educated family members & caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions & individualized care plans.
- Coordinated efforts with interdisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive care strategies focused on individual patient needs.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws & prevent information breaches.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care & emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Staff Development Coordinator
Berkshire Healthcare
Peabody, Ma
07.2020 - 11.2023
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring smooth transitions into vital roles.
- Developed & implemented training programs to enhance staff skills & performance.
- Developed & delivered new hire training programs & continuous professional development.
- Created engaging workshops that catered to diverse learning styles, increasing participant engagement & comprehension levels.
- Managed scheduling of training sessions, optimizing resource allocation for maximum participation.
- Collaborated with department leaders to identify staff development needs & align training initiatives.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback & assessments to drive continuous improvement.
- Created & managed continuous improvement classes & training programs targeted to new & existing employees annually or as needed.
- Managed new employee orientation training process for more than [Number] employees each year.
- Developed training programs to enhance staff competencies and improve patient care quality.
Staff Nurse & Weekend Supervisor
Grovenor's Park, Salem Ma
Salem, Ma
08.2015 - 03.2020
- Administered medications & treatments according to established protocols & patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patient condition & responding promptly to emergencies
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic & cognitive status of patients.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring & specimen collection.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy & efficiency in electronic health record management.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis & prognosis, treatment options, disease process, management & lifestyle options.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met & their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Maintained strict HIPAA compliance
- Demonstrated excellent time management & critical thinking skills while prioritizing multiple medical & behavioral scenarios in a fast-paced work environment.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth & development.
- Trained & mentored staff on operational procedures & customer service excellence.
- Supervised weekend operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols & quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts
Lowell, MA01-2012
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Prerequisite Studies
North Shore Community College
Danvers, MA01-2009
Skills
- Medication & IV medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Wound care management
- Evidence-based nursing
- Dementia care
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- State of Maine Board of Nursing, License #RN86654
- State of Massachusetts Board License #RN2281856
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by American Heart Association Accredited
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse~Charge Nurse
Genesis Healthcare System
09.2024 - 01.2026
Registered Nurse~Charge Nurse
Hibbard's Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
03.2024 - 09.2024
Staff Development Coordinator
Berkshire Healthcare
07.2020 - 11.2023
Staff Nurse & Weekend Supervisor
Grovenor's Park, Salem Ma
08.2015 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Prerequisite Studies
North Shore Community College