Kimberley Iverson
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Staff Nurse with 17 years of experience delivering patient centered care in Medical-Surgical and Acute settings. Skilled in patient assessment, and medication administration, and supporting recovery through evidence-based care. Committed to maintaining safety, dignity and comfort for all patients while fostering strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Oregon Health Sciences University
Portland, OR
03.2006 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patients' vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and health management strategies.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and streamlined communication among staff.
- Evaluated nursing practices, implementing evidence-based protocols to improve clinical outcomes.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions in care delivery.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed caseload of up to 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA05.2008
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Care planning
- Precepting
- Intake and discharge
Certification
- CMSRN - since 2016
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Oregon Health Sciences University
03.2006 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lower Columbia College