Kim Clemens
Paxinos,PA
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Unit Manager with highly developed skills in staff recruiting and training. Promotes best practices by enforcing high standards of care and delegating important assignments. Implements discharge plans that lead to faster patient checkouts. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Supervisor
ESHYFT
10.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors by providing thorough training and supervision to nursing staff.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by conducting regular audits, reviews, and updates on policies and procedures.
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
RN Supervisor
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village - Diakon Senior Living
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors by providing thorough training and supervision to nursing staff.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Increased staff retention rates through effective mentoring, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
- Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
RN Supervisor
Mt View Manor Nursing Home
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors by providing thorough training and supervision to nursing staff.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Increased staff retention rates through effective mentoring, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
RN, Emergency Department
Sunbury Community Hospital
05.2010 - 10.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- 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 accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
RN, Critical Care
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
09.2003 - 05.2010
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- 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 accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Championed quality improvement initiatives within the unit by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based strategies.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
RN PACU
Shamokin Area Community Hospital
05.2000 - 09.2003
- Enhanced patient recovery by consistently monitoring and assessing post-operative vital signs.
- Reduced complications through timely administration of medications and pain management strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams on individualized care plans.
- Ensured patient safety through effective communication with surgical team members regarding patient status.
- Participated in continuous education initiatives to stay current on best practices in PACU nursing care.
- Assisted physicians in conducting bedside procedures, such as wound dressing changes or IV insertions, to foster optimal healing processes.
- Implemented infection control measures by maintaining strict adherence to aseptic techniques throughout the PACU unit.
- Facilitated smooth transfer of patients from ORs to PACUs, coordinating closely with surgical teams and ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Demonstrated strong clinical assessment skills for early identification of potential complications or adverse reactions following surgery.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions, fostering better understanding and adherence to prescribed treatments or therapies.
- Collaborated with anesthesia providers to ensure safe and effective management of patient pain during the post-operative period.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
RN Home Health/Hospice Nurse
VNA Home Health Hospice
07.1997 - 05.2000
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- 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 accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
RN, Emergency Department
Shamokin Area Community Hospital
06.1993 - 07.1997
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- 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.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
EMT
Sunbury Community Hospital
09.1989 - 06.1993
- Improved patient care by efficiently assessing and stabilizing patients during medical emergencies.
- Enhanced team performance by effectively collaborating with paramedics, nurses, and physicians in high-pressure situations.
- Reduced response times by accurately navigating emergency vehicles to scenes of accidents and medical crises.
- Ensured patient safety by properly utilizing immobilization devices and administering appropriate treatments.
- Maintained a clean and organized ambulance, ensuring optimal readiness for emergency calls.
- Streamlined documentation processes for efficient patient information transfer between EMS personnel and hospital staff.
- Updated professional knowledge through continuous training and education programs, enhancing overall service quality.
- Promoted community health by participating in public outreach initiatives such as CPR classes and first aid demonstrations.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for effective emergency response.
- Expedited life-saving interventions by rapidly assessing patients'' conditions based on vital signs, symptoms, and medical history.
- Increased patient comfort during transport by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Contributed to higher survival rates with prompt administration of pre-hospital treatments such as oxygen therapy and medication administration.
- Strengthened relationships between EMS providers and local hospitals with clear communication channels aimed at enhancing patient outcomes.
- Maximized ambulance readiness by conducting thorough equipment checks and ensuring all necessary supplies were available for proper emergency response.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing RN
Penn College of Technology
Williamsport, PA05.1993
High School Diploma -
Shikellamy High School
Sunbury, PA06.1988
Skills
- Continuing Education
- Nursing Documentation
- Team Building
- Infection Control
- Staff Supervision
- Clinical Assessment
- Time Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Delegation Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Pain Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Effective Communication
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Emergency Response
- Patient Education
- Problem Solving
- Policy Implementation
- Performance Evaluation
- Risk Management
- Employee Training Program
- Employee Work Scheduling
- Employee Supervision
Certification
- Licensed RN in PA
Timeline
RN Supervisor
ESHYFT
10.2022 - Current
RN Supervisor
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village - Diakon Senior Living
10.2020 - 10.2022
RN Supervisor
Mt View Manor Nursing Home
10.2019 - 10.2020
RN, Emergency Department
Sunbury Community Hospital
05.2010 - 10.2019
RN, Critical Care
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
09.2003 - 05.2010
RN PACU
Shamokin Area Community Hospital
05.2000 - 09.2003
RN Home Health/Hospice Nurse
VNA Home Health Hospice
07.1997 - 05.2000
RN, Emergency Department
Shamokin Area Community Hospital
06.1993 - 07.1997
EMT
Sunbury Community Hospital
09.1989 - 06.1993
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing RN
Penn College of Technology
High School Diploma -
Shikellamy High School