Kiara McDonagh
Summary
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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center
08.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marquis Companies, Piedmont
01.2017 - 09.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Henderson, NV03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Warner Pacific College
Portland, OR05.2015
High School Diploma -
Vancouver School of Arts And Academics
Vancouver, WA06.2010
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Pain Management
- Medication Administration
- Medical Supply Management
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Education
- EPIC Charting
- Teamwork
Certification
BLS/ACLS, NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center
08.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marquis Companies, Piedmont
01.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Warner Pacific College
High School Diploma -
Vancouver School of Arts And Academics
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