Keysha Parker
Akron,OH
Summary
Hardworking, dependable individual with the ability to manage and prioritize tasks and work effortlessly under pressure. Strong team member with the motivation and initiative to work well with others. Critical thinker with the ability to accept direction and respond well to feedback. I am a solid communicator with a passion for providing quality care with a patient, calm and positive demeanor. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psych/ DD Registered Nurse
Northcoast Behavioral Health
09.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
RN Staff Nurse
Assurance Health
03.2020 - 04.2023
- Private geri psych hospital servicing our geriatric population
- Admit, discharge patients, perform medication administration, treatments, IV therapy, transcribe orders
- Participate in meetings of interdisciplinary team meetings
- Assist with activities of daily living and any other duty assigned to me.
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
RN Charge Nurse
The Village of St. Edward
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Perform medication administration, performing treatments, documentation transcribing orders, ordering supplies, supervising staff, assisting with AD'S, any other duties assigned to me.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
LPN charge nurse
Wayside Farm Nursing & Rehabilatation
06.2015 - 10.2019
- Works with population of patients with various mental health issues
- Communicate with patients regarding continuing care, compliance with treatment plan
- All aspects of care including assisting with ADL's, medication administration and documenting
- Observe, chart and report developments in patient health in a 95 bed facility
- Supervise nursing assistants during routine patient care.
LPN CHARGE NURSE
HICKORY RIDGE
12.2014 - 02.2016
- Document on patient's condition and nursing needs
- Accurately and promptly implement physician's orders, supervise, direct and evaluate nursing assistants
- Administer medications, perform treatments, inventory supplies, schedule appts and any other duties assigned to me.
STNA
WINDSONG CARE CENTER
04.2013 - 02.2016
- Responsible for bathing, feeding, assisting with hygiene, charting, retrieving vitals and other duties assigned by charge nurse on duty.
STNA
WAYSIDE FARM NURSING & REHABILITATION
05.2010 - 04.2013
- Assisted with all ADL's for resident's aged 21 and over in a lock down facility for residents with behavioral issues and special needs
- Fulfilled numerous in-service requirements on diversion training and defense in special circumstances
- Vitals, documenting, assistance with feeding and laundry.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03.2024
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING -
KENT STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2019
DIPLOMA in NURSING -
W. HOWARD NICOL SCHOOL PRACTICAL NURSING
09.2014
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Documentation and Charting
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Medication and IV administration
- Health Promotion
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Care Planning
- EMR / EHR
- ADL Assistance
Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Psych/ DD Registered Nurse
Northcoast Behavioral Health
09.2023 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Assurance Health
03.2020 - 04.2023
RN Charge Nurse
The Village of St. Edward
12.2019 - 12.2020
LPN charge nurse
Wayside Farm Nursing & Rehabilatation
06.2015 - 10.2019
LPN CHARGE NURSE
HICKORY RIDGE
12.2014 - 02.2016
STNA
WINDSONG CARE CENTER
04.2013 - 02.2016
STNA
WAYSIDE FARM NURSING & REHABILITATION
05.2010 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING -
KENT STATE UNIVERSITY
DIPLOMA in NURSING -
W. HOWARD NICOL SCHOOL PRACTICAL NURSING
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