Kimberlie Jensen
Princeton,IL
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience at Arcadia, specializing in infection prevention and wound care. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective team coordination and compliance with healthcare regulations. Skilled in developing individualized care plans and fostering a customer-focused environment, ensuring high-quality patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Infection Preventionist/Wound Care Nurse
Arcadia
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented infection control protocols to reduce hospital-acquired infections.
- Conducted regular training sessions for staff on best practices in infection prevention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to analyze infection trends and improve patient outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance awareness of infection prevention strategies.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate communication regarding best practices in infection prevention and control.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans, addressing the unique needs of each patient.
- Contributed to clinic efficiency by streamlining documentation processes and maintaining accurate patient records.
- Enhanced patient healing rates by developing personalized wound care plans based on individual assessments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Lacon Rehabilitation
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Facilitated staff training and development programs to enhance nursing competencies and improve patient care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans aligned with regulatory requirements.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards, ensuring optimal operational performance.
- Assisted in managing staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage for patient care needs and operational efficiency.
Director of Nursing
Aperion Care
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Directed nursing staff to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Implemented care plans aligned with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Oversaw quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends, enhancing clinical decision-making processes.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Complex Case Manager
Signify Health
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Directed multidisciplinary care teams to create thorough treatment strategies for intricate patient scenarios.
- Assessed patient needs and barriers to care, implementing strategies to improve health outcomes.
- Managed case documentation and reporting in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Facilitated communication between patients, providers, and payers to ensure seamless care transitions.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Administered dialysis treatment to patients, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs and lab results to assess treatment efficacy and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care strategies and improve outcomes.
- Educated patients on dialysis processes, nutrition, and lifestyle changes to enhance overall health management.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing treatment times while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced compliance with regulatory requirements and improved patient satisfaction scores.
- Led training sessions for new hires on equipment usage, safety protocols, and patient interaction techniques.
Registered Nurse
Liberty Village
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient assessments and interventions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, medication management, and health maintenance strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions or emergencies.
- Led case reviews to evaluate care effectiveness, facilitating continuous improvement in nursing practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Education
High School Diploma -
Halll High School
Spring Valley, IL05-1990
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Illinois Valley COmmunity College
05-2014
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Report writing
- Public education
- Managing data
- Case coordination
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 65 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Continued my education
- Documented and resolved healthcare gaps that led to healthier residents
- Achieved positive outcomes through effectively helping with follow up appointments and scheduling.
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- CPR certified
- Wound Care certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Infection Preventionist/Wound Care Nurse
Arcadia
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Lacon Rehabilitation
09.2023 - 07.2024
Director of Nursing
Aperion Care
07.2022 - 09.2023
Complex Case Manager
Signify Health
11.2021 - 07.2022
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius
08.2016 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Liberty Village
07.2014 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Halll High School
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Illinois Valley COmmunity College