Kimberley Sayger
Biscoe,AR
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Labor and Delivery at Forrest City Medical Center. I also have several months of experience in PACU. Skilled in electronic fetal heart rate interpretation and obstetric emergency response, I enhanced patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and provided emotional support to families during critical moments. Proven advocate for patient care and safety in high-pressure environments. I consider myself a team player that works well with others. My goal is to provide the best care to every patient that I come into contact with.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Forrest City Medical Center
Forrest City, AR
09.2013 - Current
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to patient after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery
- Worked closely with doctors and fellow nurses in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients and their families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Forrest City Medical Center
Forrest City, AR
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues through active participation in huddles, meetings, initiatives, and collaborative projects within the department.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
East Arkansas Community College
Forrest City, AR05.2013
High School Diploma -
Palestine Wheatley
Palestine, AR05.2009
Skills
- Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
- Antepartum care
- Obstetric emergency response
- Health promotion
- Emotional support
- Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical thinking
- Patient and family advocacy
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Documentation
- Compassionate and caring
- Patient examination
- Clear patient communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Monitoring vital signs
- Patient care assessment
- Surgical assistance
- Works well with teams
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Forrest City Medical Center
01.2020 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Forrest City Medical Center
09.2013 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
East Arkansas Community College
High School Diploma -
Palestine Wheatley