Kevin Woomer
Troy,United States
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on telemetry unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses and care partners.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
09.2015 - 03.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Freight Handler
YRC Freight
10.1989 - 08.2013
- Loaded and unloaded trucks.
- Blocked and braced freight to prevent shifting and product damage during transport.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to unload freight containers of varying weight and size.
- Utilized proper lifting techniques to facilitate safe and efficient handling of freight.
- Inspected freight for any damage or faults prior to loading.
- Maintained inventory records for accurate tracking of goods and to minimize loss.
- Operated computer systems to track shipments to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Charles Community College
Cottleville, Missouri05.2015
Skills
- Data Collection
- Critical Care
- Patient Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Lab Result Interpretation
- Precepting
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Emergency Response
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Chest Pain Management
- AVADE Instructor
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- AVADE Instructor
- Telemetry monitoring
Timeline
Charge Nurse
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
09.2015 - 03.2024
Freight Handler
YRC Freight
10.1989 - 08.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Charles Community College
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