Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional References
Email
Awards
Professional Memberships
Certification
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Kim Brents

Germantown,TN

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse, offering a background in critical care and pediatrics. Known for providing personalized patient care, skilled at coordinating with healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care for diverse populations. Significant impact made by implementing proactive health management measures in prior roles. Excels at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Substitute School Nurse

Kelly Services
Germantown, TN
08.2024 - Current
  • Administer medications and manage care for students with chronic health conditions, ensuring compliance with prescribed medical plans
  • Provide first aid and emergency care for injuries or acute illnesses
  • Maintain accurate student health records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with state and federal regulations while facilitating communication with parents and healthcare providers

Registered Nurse, Step Down ICU

Baptist Memphis Hospital
Memphis, TN
04.2024 - Current
  • Provide comprehensive and vigilant monitoring for high acuity patients, including rapid assessment of vital signs and immediate intervention for any deteriorating conditions
  • Administer medications and manage intravenous (IV) fluids, including various medical drips, ensuring adherence to prescribed protocols, adjusting doses, and monitoring for side effects
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and update individualized care plans, ensuring alignment with each patient’s unique needs and goals
  • Maintain expertise in using and managing various medical drains, stomas, and feeding tubes, ensuring proper placement, monitoring for complications, and educating patients and families on care and maintenance
  • Accurately and timely document all patient care activities in electronic health records to maintain thorough communication and continuity of care

LPN, Private Pediatric Home Health

No Place Like Home
Collierville, TN
01.2004 - 01.2022
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients with tracheostomies, ventilators, and gastrocutaneous tubes (G-tubes) to monitor their health status and identify potential issues
  • Manage and perform routine care and maintenance of tracheostomy tubes, ensuring proper cleaning, suctioning, and changing procedures to prevent infections and complications
  • Monitor and maintain ventilator settings while educating and supporting families on its use and troubleshooting
  • Administer medications and provide nutritional support via G-tubes, ensuring proper technique and adherence to prescribed plans
  • Educate patients and their families about equipment care, emergency procedures, and signs of complications to promote safety and confidence in home management
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians and therapists, to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each patient’s needs

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
08.2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
12.2024

Associates of Applied Science - Nursing

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
12.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse -

Northwest Community College
05.2001

Skills

  • Intravenous Therapy Management
  • Patient Discharge Coordination
  • Clinical Test Interpretation
  • Chart updating
  • Physical assessments
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Documentation and charting

Professional References

Dr. Sara Dearing, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR, (870) 972-3074, sdearing@astate.edu

Email

  • Personal, Kimbrents1@AOL.com

Awards

  • Program Scholar Arkansas State University, 2023
  • Daisy Award Nominee x 2, 2024

Professional Memberships

American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2025

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Substitute School Nurse

Kelly Services
08.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Step Down ICU

Baptist Memphis Hospital
04.2024 - Current

LPN, Private Pediatric Home Health

No Place Like Home
01.2004 - 01.2022

Master of Science - Nursing

Arkansas State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Arkansas State University

Associates of Applied Science - Nursing

Arkansas State University

Licensed Practical Nurse -

Northwest Community College

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