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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Kimberly Cantrell

Norfolk,VA

Summary

Ambitious Registered Nurse with over 25 years experience in multiple fields in healthcare most of which were spent in PACU or conscious sedation. Served on the multidisciplinary Magnet board focusing on improving patient outcomes and staff satisfaction. Ready for a new opportunity to apply these natural strengths and clinical expertise at a highly regarded facility.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Vaccinator, Covid 19

CVS Pharmacy
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2021 - 02.2022
  • Vaccinated and educated patients to protect individuals from Covid, measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Assessed and monitored patient reactions to drugs. Utilized EMR for documentation per government guidelines.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment room and pharmacy to ensure safety and patient needs.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to pharmacist, verifying interventions meeting treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for community safety and infection prevention.

Travel Nurse, COVID-19

AYA Healthcare
Hagerstown, MD
03.2021 - 05.2021
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior.
  • Delivered intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address any concerns.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical client loads and appropriate PPE
  • Updated patient charts using computer to keep records current and support accurate immunity.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering vaccinations.
  • Identified concerns and conditions by conducting health screenings and reviewing patient histories prior to vaccinations.
  • Successfully completed over 70,000 vaccinations in 8 weeks at mass vaccination site.
  • Provided COVID-19 FAQs and educational material to patrons

PACU Nurse

Sentara Leigh
Norfolk, VA
07.2009 - 11.2020
  • Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
  • Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Participated in Magnet policy committee to discuss policies, propose revisions and implement changes.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to on average 30 patients per day in post-operative recovery room

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TX
05.1994

Skills

  • Anesthesia recovery
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient education
  • Patient recovery assessments
  • EMR / EHR
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Direct Patient Care
  • EMR Systems
  • Patient Discharging
  • Epic Systems
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Education
  • Pain Management
  • Administer Medication
  • Physical Assessment
  • HIPAA Education
  • Monitor Vital Signs

Accomplishments

  • In collaboration with pharmacy, stocked the omnicell with nonnarcotic and narcotic oral pain medications drastically reducing the amount of IV narcotics administered during crisis. Received accommodation from pharmacist and was cited in a medical article after study was completed.

Affiliations

ASPAN

Certification

CAPA

Timeline

RN Vaccinator, Covid 19

CVS Pharmacy
12.2021 - 02.2022

Travel Nurse, COVID-19

AYA Healthcare
03.2021 - 05.2021

PACU Nurse

Sentara Leigh
07.2009 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas Medical Branch

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