Kimberly Burns
Sumter
Summary
Seasoned registered nurse with a strong background in Medical-Surgical nursing. Adept at providing compassionate patient care and managing complex cases in fast-paced environments. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable with the ability to navigate changing patient needs with efficiency. Known for effective communication and critical thinking abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internal Resource Pool- Nephrology Unit
McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Managed care of six patients on a 34-unit bed
- Head-to-toe assessments, medication administration, phlebotomy, dressing changes, and IV therapy
- Provided adequate patient and family education during hospital stay and discharge instructions
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs
Internal Staff Registered Nurse- Medical Surgical
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Completed a 13-week travel contract on a 36-bed Medical-surgical unit
- Managed care of up to six patients
- Participated in team nursing with a LPN
- Head-to-toe assessments, medication administration, phlebotomy, dressing changes, IV therapy
- Provided adequate patient and family education during hospital stay and discharge
- 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
Travel Registered Nurse- 6C Surgery & Trauma
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed care of four to five patients on 30-bed unit, in a Level I Trauma Center
- Completed a 13-week contract with three extensions
- Managed care of pre and post-surgical trauma patients, including but not limited to gunshot wounds, motor vehicle accidents, and general surgeries
- Served as a resource to new graduate nurses
- Prioritized patient care based on thorough assessments
- Provided pain management and education pre and post-op
- Assessments, medication administration, IV therapy
- Complex dressing changes, drain management, telemetry monitoring
- Patient and family education
- Daisy Award Nominee
Travel Registered Nurse- Medical Surgical
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Completed a 13-week travel contract on a 36-bed Medical-surgical unit
- Managed care of up to six patients
- Head-to-toe assessments, medication administration, phlebotomy, dressing changes, IV therapy
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Provided adequate patient and family education during hospital stays and discharge
Travel Registered Nurse- Resource Pool
Riverside Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Completed two 13-week contracts in the Resource Pool at a Level II Trauma Center
- Managed care of six medical, pre and post-surgical patients
- Experienced in providing pain management and end-of-life care
- Oncology-primary unit occasionally floating to Surgery, Medical, Cardiac, and Over-flow units
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Shift assessments, medication administrations, dressing changes, IV therapy
- Collaboration with the healthcare team
- Reduced stress among patients and their families by offering clear communication, education and support throughout treatment process
Staff Registered Nurse- Resource Pool
Tift Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 09.2021
- Resource Pool on Surgical, Medical, Orthopedics, and ED-holding units
- Provided direct nursing care to up to six patients
- Relief charge nurse on various units managing between 18-36 beds
- Served as a resource nurse on Pediatrics, Step-down, and Mother-baby units
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance
- Developed and improved time management and organizational skills to maximise personal productivity
Staff Registered Nurse- General Medical Surgical Unit
Tift Regional Medical Center
10.2013 - 12.2016
- 28-bed General medical-surgical unit providing care to six patients
- Charge nurse experience supervising a team of 5-7 nurses and nurse aides
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Supported positive work environment by mentoring new nursing staff, promoting culture of learning and professional growth
- Conduct patient interviews and completed head-to-toe assessments and notified providers of acute physical and/or physiological changes
- Medication administration and IV therapy
- Managed lines and drains and complex dressing changes
- Patient and family education
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA12-2012
Associate of Science - Nursing Transfer
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, GA12-2010
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Computer skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse Professional Licenses, State of South Carolina (Multi-state)- January 2025 to present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support- November 2024
- Basic Life Support- June 2023
Timeline
Internal Resource Pool- Nephrology Unit
McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Internal Staff Registered Nurse- Medical Surgical
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
Travel Registered Nurse- 6C Surgery & Trauma
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
01.2023 - 01.2024
Travel Registered Nurse- Medical Surgical
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
09.2022 - 01.2023
Travel Registered Nurse- Resource Pool
Riverside Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - 05.2022
Staff Registered Nurse- Resource Pool
Tift Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 09.2021
Staff Registered Nurse- General Medical Surgical Unit
Tift Regional Medical Center
10.2013 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southern University
Associate of Science - Nursing Transfer
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
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