Kim Salmonsen

• Acts as a resource for facility and patient care policies, and communicates effectively with employees, visitors, and on-call administration.
• Responds promptly to risk management, employee health issues, and urgent patient care situations, including codes and traumas.
• Ensures care is delivered according to quality standards and regulatory guidelines and maintains competency in patient care.
• Embraces technology, demonstrating competency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and other applications to enhance efficiency and decision-making.
• Oversees staffing, manages coverage gaps, provides feedback on staff performance, and recognizes accomplishments.
• Facilitates patient flow throughout the acute care continuum and removes barriers related to transitions in care.
• Strives for service excellence, promotes workplace safety, and contributes to a healthy work environment.
• Provides coaching and mentoring, promotes professional growth, and aligns with organizational strategic objectives and initiatives.

Skills

• Patient Care
• Nursing
• Communication
• Office Administration
• Leadership
• Life Support
• Facilitation
• Documentations

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• FEMA training ICS 100 and ICS 200, Emergency Notification System training.
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• ACLS, PALS,TNCC current

• Implemented infection control measures to minimize risk of cross-contamination among critically ill patients.
• Mentored new nursing staff in ICU-specific procedures, fostering professional growth and promoting a positive work environment.
• Contributed to efficient care coordination by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other support staff to ensure timely patient discharges and smooth transitions between care settings.
• Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.

• Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
• Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.