Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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KIMBERLY ANDRESS

Registered Nurse
Forney,TX

Summary

Dedicated and Compassionate Registered Nurse with Eleven Years Experience in providing innovative, safe, efficient and effective Patient centered care so that Patients and Family Members can experience conscientious quality of care, safety measures and service.

Work History

PreOp/ PACU

Complete Surgery
Mesquite
03.2023 - Current
  • Provided emotional support to Patient and family members before, during, and after surgery and procedure.
  • Monitored patient for adverse reactions to anesthesia during recovery period.
  • Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to Recovery and Discharge
  • Stocked clinical workstations PreOp/PACU with necessary supplies.

Admission Nurse/ Case Manager

Hospice Care
Terrell
07.2021 - 02.2023
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all case management activities in accordance with regulatory standards.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for complex situations.
  • Evaluated nursing notes to confirm completeness and accuracy of descriptions outlining nursing care provided and corresponding patient responses.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

Trauma Nurse / Triage

Emergency Department
Rowlett
08.2016 - 07.2021
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, such as social workers, physicians, and psychiatrists to ensure optimal care for the patient.
  • Identified risk factors that could lead to further injuries or illness in trauma patients.
  • Documented all treatments given to trauma patients according to hospital standards and regulations.
  • Administered life-saving interventions when needed in emergency situations involving trauma cases.
  • Responded quickly and calmly in high-pressure environments when treating critically injured trauma victims.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Utilized specialized skills such as splinting fractures or administering blood transfusions when necessary.
  • Provided wound care services including dressing changes, debridement, irrigation, and suture removal.

Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics

Baylor Scott & White Health
Rowlett
02.2014 - 07.2016
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Promoted Patient/ Family satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable, safe and friendly service.

Vice President

Blazzen Construction Inc
01.2002 - 01.2011
  • Customer Relations, Employee Scheduling, Financial Account Management.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing -

Trinity Valley Community College Clinical Experience
01.2013

Associate of Arts -

Eastfield College
Mesquite, TX
01.2000

Skills

  • Blood Draws
  • IV Access
  • Lab Interpretations
  • Dosage Calculation for Adult and Pediatric Patients
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Adaptability
  • Management and Implementation of Care for Patients involving Stroke, STEMI, CPR, BIPAP, Orthopedic Reduction, Trauma
  • Assisting ED Doctors in Procedures including Cardioversion, Chest Tube Insertions, Central Line Placements and Intubation
  • NG, OG and Foley Insertions and Removals
  • Active Listening
  • Team building
  • Pain Management
  • Airway Management

Certification

  • American Heart Association BLS Certified, 2011, Current
  • American Heart Association ACLS Certified, 2015, Current
  • ENA Trauma Certification (TNCC), 2017, Current
  • American Heart Association PALS, 2016, Current
  • Texas Department of State Health Services Spinal Screening, 2012
  • Vision, Hearing, Audio Metric Equipment, 2012
  • Acanthosis Nigricans Screening, 2012
  • American Cancer Society Texas Division
  • Texas Breast Health Awareness Program
  • Licensed Registered Nurse in Texas, 08/01/13, Current

Timeline

PreOp/ PACU

Complete Surgery
03.2023 - Current

Admission Nurse/ Case Manager

Hospice Care
07.2021 - 02.2023

Trauma Nurse / Triage

Emergency Department
08.2016 - 07.2021

Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics

Baylor Scott & White Health
02.2014 - 07.2016

Vice President

Blazzen Construction Inc
01.2002 - 01.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing -

Trinity Valley Community College Clinical Experience

Associate of Arts -

Eastfield College

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