Kimberly Lynn Foster
Black Rock,AR
Summary
Nursing professional with experience in patient assessment, care coordination, EMR documentation, and ICD-10 coding across psychiatric, acute care, and case management settings. Brings strong communication, teamwork, and clinical judgment to support safe patient care, accurate records, and collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
NEA Baptist Sleep Lab Clinic
Jonesboro, AR
04.2026 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and assisted with medical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Streamlined clinic workflow tasks and coordinated patient visits with neurologists.
- Recorded patient progress notes in an electronic medical record system to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation.
- Drafted detailed physician notes for neurology providers to facilitate patient care.
Academic Coach
Instructional Connections (part-time)
05.2025 - Current
- Supported online learners with academic coaching through instructional connections’ virtual programs.
- Guided students in study strategies, time management, and course planning.
- Addressed student inquiries on assignments, facilitating understanding and engagement with course material
- Monitored student progress and flagged academic concerns for follow-up.
- Supported faculty in evaluating discussions and papers, ensuring timely feedback for student improvement
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Arisa Health
11.2025 - 04.2026
- Evaluated patient conditions and monitored behavior in clinical settings.
- Collaborated with prescribing professionals to ensure timely access to necessary medications for patients
- Updated supervising physicians with critical observations and concerns to inform patient care decisions
- Tracked client movement on and off unit, documenting times and destinations to enhance safety and accountability
Global Nurse Advice Line
BCA Service/Optum
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Conducted triage calls to evaluate patient needs and prioritize care
- Provided tailored guidance to patients for effective resolution of inquiries
- Performed patient assessments using Optum clinical guidelines and nursing protocols.
- Documented care plans in electronic health records for BCA Service patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning with providers, case managers, and family members.
Registered Nurse
NEA Baptist Hospital-Hospitalist RN (full time)/Rehab RN (part-time)
Jonesboro, AR
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Assess and care for patients on the rehab floor
- Conducted patient assessments during rounds with hospitalist, prepared discharge summaries, progress notes for MD, and coded problem list using ICD10 codes to ensure accurate patient documentation.
- Collaborated with health groups to design and implement community health programs, enhancing access to care and promoting overall wellness.
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Med Life SolutionsInfusion RN (part-time position)
Jonesboro, AR
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Administered home infusion therapies per physician orders and care plans.
- Assessed patient status before, during, and after infusion visits.
- Monitored for adverse reactions and responded to infusion complications.
- Educated patients and caregivers on infusion safety and symptom reporting.
- Managed venous access devices, dressing changes, and line care.
- Documented treatments, assessments, and nursing notes in patient records.
- Reinforced infection control practices during home-based infusion services.
- Ensured adherence to infection control protocols within the home setting.
- Coordinated schedules with Med Life Solutions care teams and providers.
Correctional Registered Nurse
Well path - Correctional Registered Nurse (PRN position)
Newport, AR
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Delivered correctional nursing care within Wellpath inmate housing units and medical clinics.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to inmates with chronic and acute medical conditions.
- Completed intake screenings, health assessments, and symptom triage for new patients.
- Administered scheduled medications and monitored medication adherence in secure housing areas.
- Documented nursing notes, treatment plans, and patient responses in correctional health records.
- Responded to urgent medical complaints and stabilized patients during emergency situations.
- Coordinated care with custody staff, physicians, and mental health providers.
- Assisted with chronic care clinics, wound care, and follow-up treatments.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Five Rivers Medical Center
Pocahontas, AR
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
- Collaborated with prescribing professionals to ensure timely access to necessary medications for patients
- Documented client movement on and off unit, tracking times and destinations to ensure safety and accountability
- Provided nursing support during staffing shortages in med-surg unit during low staffing periods, providing acute care and support to med-surg patients
RN Surveyor
Arkansas Department of Human Services
Little Rock, AR
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Issued compliance violations to address non-compliance with state regulations, promoting adherence to quality care practices
- Assessed assisted living facilities for compliance with state rules and regulations, contributing to improved resident safety and care standards
- Compiled reports detailing non-compliance with regulations, facilitating corrective actions and enhancing facility compliance
Patient Care Manager/Emergency Room/Med-Surg Registered Nurse, Dialysis Registered Nurse
St. Bernards Medical Center
Jonesboro, AR
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in fast-paced emergency room, prioritizing patients' needs to optimize care delivery
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment
- Monitored patient status during treatment, reporting variances and adverse reactions to care teams for timely interventions
- Collected and analyzed patient data before, during, and after treatments, documenting critical information in medical records to ensure continuity of care
- Assisted physicians with specialized treatments related to renal replacement and apheresis therapy
- Managed schedules, budget, payroll, and evaluations of employees
Case Manager
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Little Rock, AR
10.2013 - 08.2018
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, and advocacy, ensuring accurate and current case records.
- Managed Arkansas Blue Cross member cases through intake, review, and follow-up.
- Coordinated care plans with physicians, nurses, and community providers.
- Reviewed medical records for authorization and utilization management decisions.
Public Health Nurse
Poinsett County Health Unit
Harrisburg, AR
10.2010 - 08.2013
- Provided public health nursing care at county health unit clinics.
- Administered immunizations and documented services in health records.
- Educated patients on disease prevention, wellness, and home care.
- Tested clients for common conditions and coordinated referrals to community resources based on identified needs
- Provided information and addressed public inquiries while advising on protective health measures
LPN Instructor
Arkansas State University-Newport
Marked Tree, AR
01.2009 - 10.2010
- Developed and implemented curriculum for LPN nursing program, enhancing classroom instruction and supporting student development
- Delivered instructional guidance to LPN students in clinical settings, fostering hands-on learning and practical skills application
- Provided nursing care to Arkansas State University-Newport students and staff in clinic settings, ensuring adherence to health protocols and quality patient care
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to supervising registered nurses.
- Administered medications and injections following physician orders and campus health protocols.
Education
Certificate - Legal Nurse Consultant
04-2026
MSN post graduate certificate - Nurse Executive
Walden University
11-2025
MSN -
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ01-2014
BSN -
University of Wisconsin
Green Bay, WI12-2009
ASN -
Arkansas State University, State University
AR12-2001
Certified Professional Coder program -
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- EMR documentation
- Nurse leadership
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cultural awareness
- Excellent communication
Certification
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
NEA Baptist Sleep Lab Clinic
04.2026 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Arisa Health
11.2025 - 04.2026
Global Nurse Advice Line
BCA Service/Optum
07.2025 - 11.2025
Academic Coach
Instructional Connections (part-time)
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
NEA Baptist Hospital-Hospitalist RN (full time)/Rehab RN (part-time)
06.2024 - 07.2025
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Med Life SolutionsInfusion RN (part-time position)
07.2023 - 05.2024
Correctional Registered Nurse
Well path - Correctional Registered Nurse (PRN position)
10.2022 - 07.2023
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Five Rivers Medical Center
01.2022 - 06.2023
RN Surveyor
Arkansas Department of Human Services
05.2021 - 12.2022
Patient Care Manager/Emergency Room/Med-Surg Registered Nurse, Dialysis Registered Nurse
St. Bernards Medical Center
08.2018 - 05.2021
Case Manager
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
10.2013 - 08.2018
Public Health Nurse
Poinsett County Health Unit
10.2010 - 08.2013
LPN Instructor
Arkansas State University-Newport
01.2009 - 10.2010
Certificate - Legal Nurse Consultant
MSN post graduate certificate - Nurse Executive
Walden University
MSN -
University of Phoenix
BSN -
University of Wisconsin
ASN -
Arkansas State University, State University