Kimberley Bement
Meeker,OK
Summary
I am an accomplished Pre-Op, PACU, and Acute Care RN with a proven track record at Gifted Healthcare-OU Med and SSM St. Anthony. I consistently enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and direct patient care. I am skilled in medication and IV administration, and patient assessment. I am also certified in BLS/ACLS. My collaborative approach with interdisciplinary teams has led to better health and patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-Op RN
Gifted Healthcare-OU Med
Oklahoma City, OK
02.2020 - 07.2024
- Prepared patients for surgery with IV insertion, thorough medical and medication history, and pre-op physician orders.
- Provided comprehensive education to patients and families regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and follow-up care, promoting informed decision-making.
- Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
- Developed and executed daily goals and care plans for up to 10 surgical patients per day.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for surgical patients, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Surgical RN
SSM Health St. Anthony
Shawnee, OK
08.2014 - 03.2020
- Prepared patients for surgery by assessing vital signs, inserting IV's, administering medications, and adminidtering pre-op physician orders.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
Acute Care RN
SSM St. Anthony Shawnee
Shawnee, OK
10.2013 - 07.2014
- Performed patient care including medication administration, IV medication administration, care of pre-op and post-op patients, and wound care.
- Care of patients with illnesses involving respiratory, cardiac, urology, gynecology, diabetes, gastric, ortho and pediatrics.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and patient education.
- Streamlined nursing processes, implementing evidence-based practices to increase efficiency and optimize patient care.
- Increased patient safety by consistently performing thorough assessments and promptly identifying potential complications or concerns.
Education
Associate Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Western Oklahoma State College
Altus, OK05.2013
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- BLS/ACLS Certified
Timeline
Pre-Op RN
Gifted Healthcare-OU Med
02.2020 - 07.2024
Surgical RN
SSM Health St. Anthony
08.2014 - 03.2020
Acute Care RN
SSM St. Anthony Shawnee
10.2013 - 07.2014
Associate Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Western Oklahoma State College