Kevin Kelly
New Port Richey,FL
Summary
Results-driven healthcare professional with over 26 years of military and civilian medical experience. Skilled in coordinating complex medical operations and leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and optimal care delivery in all emergent and care settings.
Overview
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Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Advent Health North Pinellas
Tarpon Springs.
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted roles ED Charge Nurse, house Nursing supervisor for all North Pinellas night shift, coordinating with surgical teams, air assets specialty departments and external medical facilities to coordinate transfers, intake and emergent surgical requirements.
- Provided emergency care to diverse patient population in a fast-paced environment.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring adherence to safety protocol and best nursing practices.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and promoting professional development.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and streamlined communication among staff.
- Accurately recorded medical histories, physical exams, and assessments in modules of Epic Care Ambulatory or Epic Care In-patient.
- Utilizing Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) and customizable order sets for treatments and medications
- Following barcode medication administration (BCMA) protocols and documenting care to maintain patient safety and facility compliance.
- Interacting with patients via the MyChart portal by securely sharing test results, answering messages, and facilitating Emergent tele-neuro, tele-psych and all required specialties for patient care
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Operations and Security Director
Walter Reed Army Institute of Research
Silver Spring, MD
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Served in a vacant GS-13 position as the Operations and Security Director for the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) with over 2,070 personnel including military, DA civilian, contractor and foreign national employees
- Receives, publishes and disseminates plans, orders and command reports; directly responsible for the scheduling, funding, and orders for 270 active and reserve Army personnel attending Army advanced and professional development education courses
- Served as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the command on all unit operations, training requirements and operational security
- Developed and managed a $2,700,000 physical security and operations budget
- Developed an upgrade proposal of a $1,200,000 digital physical security and closed circuit system throughout the entire military annex that meets all DoD standards for physical security and access to military installations.
- Works directly with Department of State, US and Foreign Embassies and local government agencies on international travel and foreign national visits to DoD and Military research facilities globally
Senior Enlisted Leader
United States Special Operations Command USSOCOM
Macdill Airfoce Base
01.2012 - 05.2015
- Acted as the Senior Enlisted Advisor for USSOCOM Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) representing all Special Operations Force (SOF) components and commands.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of all POTFF related strategies, programs and requirements for all SOF subordinate commands to include suicide prevention, Soldier Family wellness and preservation of the SOF Human Performance Program.
- Assisted in the development and implementation all POTFF related strategies, programs and requirements for all SOF subordinate commands to include suicide prevention, Soldier Family wellness and preservation of the SOF Human Performance Program.
- Ensured that all POTFF related messaging and strategies are consistent throughout SOF.
- Spearheaded procurement and validation of $2,800,000 SOF enterprise Human Performance Database, enhancing physical and mental capabilities of SOF Operators and reducing injury potential.
- While establishing the requirements and validation of the SOF Human Performance Database, operated directly with the Department of Privacy and Civil Liberties (DPCLO), USSOCOM and DoD Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) offices, Army Analytics Group, and DOD software engineers to ensure all IT security requirements, Personal Protected Information (PPI), and HIPPA policies were paramount and strictly adhered to.
- Coordinated and managed $5,000,000 nationwide Wounded Warrior Military Adaptive Sports Program (MASP) for 300 Special Operations wounded, ill, or injured service members, promoting recovery and rehabilitation.
Special Operations Combat Medic
US Special Operations Command
Fort Benning, GA
06.1999 - 05.2015
- Senior Enlisted Advisor to the command of 2nd Ranger Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment, 75th Ranger Regiment Special Troops Battalion, and 75th Ranger Regiment HQ command staff on all medical operations, training and deployment strategies globally for over 100 EMTs and over 100 Special Operations Medics.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary Special Operations units to develop and implement tactical medical plans, training and medical employment strategies while executing high risk operations globally in support of Global War on Terrorism.
- Planned, coordinated, and executed all advanced tactical medical skills Training and refresher training for 100 squad EMTs and 44 Special Operations Advanced Tactical Medics to include patient triage, care under fire, and mass casualty scenarios to Operate globally in austere environments.
- Coordinates and executes medical plans and operations in support of four geographically separated Special Operations Army Ranger Battalions and HQ consisting of over 2000 Rangers conducting combat operations and training exercises
- Designs medical doctrine, training requirements, force modernization and Special Operations Ranger Medic Standard Operating Procedures
- Contributed to the development and member of review committee for the content and structure of the 3rd and 4th editions of the Special Operations Ranger Medic Handbook Publication encompassing mass casualty protocols, advanced tactical triage and treatment protocols, advanced clinical and pharmacology dosage and administration protocols, evacuation procedures and invasive lifesaving medical techniques
Operations Specialist Second Class
US Navy, USS Theodore Roosevelt
Norfolk, VA
08.1994 - 08.1998
- Conducted Precision anchorage and navigation of USS Theodore Roosevelt Aircraft Carrier CVN-71.
- Track, classify and evaluate potential air and surface contacts using the most contemporary radar equipment
- Interpret and evaluate presentations and tactical situations and make recommendations to supervisors during watch conditions while deployed and in garrison.
- Apply a thorough knowledge of doctrine and procedures applicable to Command Intelligence Center operations contained in U.S. Navy Instructions and Allied or U.S. Navy
- Provide to the command technical information and assistance related to Anti-Surface Warfare, Anti-Air Warfare, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Amphibious Warfare, Mine Warfare, Naval Gunfire Support, search and rescue operations and other matters pertaining to the Operations Specialist's area
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Tampa, FL06-2022
Skills
- A results driven leader with 26 years of military and civilian medical experience, 15 years Special Operations experience
- Nursing supervisor roles
- ED Charge Nurse Roles
- Military medical leadership
- Ultrasound IV insertion
- Epic EMR documentation
- Patient-centered care
- Trauma assessment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support AHA
- ACLS - Advnaced Cardiac Life Support AHA
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2022-Present
- Certified Med-Surg Nurse, National Certification, ANCC - 2024-2029
- Certified Gerontology Nurse, National Certification - 2024-2029
- CPI Trainer or Advent Health West Florida Division
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Advent Health North Pinellas
09.2022 - Current
Operations and Security Director
Walter Reed Army Institute of Research
05.2015 - 02.2017
Senior Enlisted Leader
United States Special Operations Command USSOCOM
01.2012 - 05.2015
Special Operations Combat Medic
US Special Operations Command
06.1999 - 05.2015
Operations Specialist Second Class
US Navy, USS Theodore Roosevelt
08.1994 - 08.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University