Kimberly Bracknell

Registered Nurse

Lakeland Regional Health

12.2007 - Current

Provided patient care, administering medications and monitoring vital signs to ensure safety and comfort.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing their understanding of treatment options and recovery processes.
Led quality improvement initiatives, streamlining workflows to enhance operational efficiency in nursing practices.
Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development through guidance on clinical best practices and patient care standards.
Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, conducting regular audits to maintain high-quality healthcare delivery.
Managed emergency situations effectively, utilizing critical thinking skills to provide immediate interventions for patient stabilization.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Administered critical care treatments and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
Conducted thorough assessments and provided timely interventions for high-acuity patients in complex clinical scenarios.
Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.