Kimberly Eldridge
Coventry,CT
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Medical Assistant
Eastern Connecticut Cardiology
2021.05 - 2021.07
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication usage effectively.
- Collaborated with medical staff to enhance workflow efficiency and patient care.
- Conducted preliminary lab tests and processed specimens for analysis.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
RN
New Britain General Hospital
1997.01 - 2007.01
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Caring for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients in an acute care setting
Registered Nurse
Connecticut Surgery Center
2005.01 - 2010.12
- Worked with surgical patients in pre-op, OR, and post-op areas
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Registered Nurse
Johnson Memorial Hospital
2010.01 - 2017.12
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop and implement effective patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care protocols, enhancing recovery understanding.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing infection rates in surgical procedures.
- Working in all surgical areas including Endoscopy and Pre-admission testing.
Registered Nurse
Hospital of Central Connecticut
2017.01 - 2018.12
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island12.1996
Skills
time management to ensure prompt start time and flow of the room
- Customer service
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- EMR systems
- Maintaining privacy
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Strong clinical judgment
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Intravenous therapy
Professional bedside manner
Telemetry monitoring
Critical care
Nursing staff leadership
Precepting
Lab result interpretation
EMR systems
Maintaining privacy
Timeline
Registered Medical Assistant
Eastern Connecticut Cardiology
2021.05 - 2021.07
Registered Nurse
Hospital of Central Connecticut
2017.01 - 2018.12
Registered Nurse
Johnson Memorial Hospital
2010.01 - 2017.12
Registered Nurse
Connecticut Surgery Center
2005.01 - 2010.12
RN
New Britain General Hospital
1997.01 - 2007.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Rhode Island