Kevin Kanapia
North Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Staff Nurse with extensive experience at North Kansas City Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient safety. Proven ability to coordinate care and enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and critical care skills. Committed to quality improvement and regulatory compliance in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Telemetry Staff Nurse
North Kansas City Hospital
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Prepared, administered and recorded prescribed medications and reported adverse reactions in accordance with policy.
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Coordinated and delivered direct care to nephrology patients.
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Trauma Emergency Room Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Optimised outcomes in critical care situations through advanced life-saving techniques.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
Hematology and Oncology Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects, and proper skin treatments after radiation.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Covid ICU Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
- Evaluated hospital-onset and healthcare-acquired infections by conducting root cause analysis.
- Implemented emergency actions for especially virulent or widespread infections.
- Continuously maintained proper safety and took precautionary measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Surgery ICU Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
09.2015 - 02.2019
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in surgical critical care units.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Pedro College
Davao City Philippines04-2014
Skills
- Respiratory support
- Medication administration
- Patient safety
- Skill development
- Emergency care
- Critical care
- Patient care
- Nursing process
Timeline
Telemetry Staff Nurse
North Kansas City Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
09.2023 - 05.2024
Trauma Emergency Room Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
12.2022 - 08.2023
Hematology and Oncology Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
01.2022 - 11.2022
Covid ICU Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
04.2020 - 12.2021
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
03.2019 - 03.2020
Surgery ICU Nurse
Southern Philippines Medical Center
09.2015 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Pedro College
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