Kim McCullough
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Committed Student Nurse with hands-on experience in providing patient care, maintaining medical records and implementing nursing care plans. Possess strong clinical skills in managing a variety of healthcare conditions. Known for demonstrating empathy and compassion while adhering to best nursing practices. Made significant contributions to improving patient satisfaction by delivering outstanding patient education and follow-up care. Excelling in team collaboration and critical thinking, I significantly contributed to enhancing the quality of care standards, embodying resilience and compassion in high-stress environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Lankenau Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
01.2025 - Current
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
- Documented all activities related to patient care accurately.
- Assisted in the preparation of cardiac catheterization laboratories for patient procedures.
Student Nurse
Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
Bryn Mawr, PA
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to provide support and education to individuals dealing with psychiatric issues.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving behavioral disturbances or potential harm to self or others.
Student Nurse
Lankenau Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Ensured a safe environment for the baby by monitoring vital signs and providing appropriate care.
- Provided postnatal care and support to new mothers, including breastfeeding advice.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assisted with newborns' feedings, diaper changes, and bathing routines.
- Assessed any health issues or concerns related to the baby's physical or emotional wellbeing and reported them promptly to medical staff if needed.
Student Nurse
Paoli Hospital
Paoli, PA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
- Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak and onset of each.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology principles when preparing medications for administration.
- Documented patient care activities and observations in medical records accurately.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported them to supervising nurse or physician.
- Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.
- Verified menu and current diet order to deliver meal trays and snacks to patient.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Assisted in patient care activities under supervision of registered nurse, including bathing, feeding, and dressing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Implemented infection control measures, including hand hygiene and proper disposal of sharps.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
- Participated in patient rounds with healthcare teams to discuss care plans.
- Interacted with patients in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
CNA
Fair Acres
Media, PA
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Villanova University
Villanova, PA07-2025
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ10-2017
Skills
- Nursing assessments
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Emotional support
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
- Quality of care standards
- Team leadership
- Self-reflection
- Punctual and reliable
- Infection control
- Communication
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
Certification
- BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Nurse
Lankenau Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Student Nurse
Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024
Student Nurse
Lankenau Hospital
08.2024 - 10.2024
Student Nurse
Paoli Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
CNA
Fair Acres
08.2015 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Villanova University
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
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