Kimberly Frank
Zachary,Louisiana
Summary
Adept at delivering high-quality patient care, I enhanced patient outcomes at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Centre through expert medication administration and compassionate support. My clinical judgment and empathy, honed across roles, significantly contributed to developing comprehensive care plans and mentoring new staff, showcasing a commitment to healthcare excellence and patient satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Centre
01.2015 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Nurse Technician
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
11.2013 - 12.2014
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
- Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient comfort by promptly responding to call lights and requests.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA12.2014
High School Diploma -
Peabody Magnet High School
Alexandria, LA05.2008
Master of Science - Nursing
Southern University At New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 08.2022 - Current
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Assessment
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
Timeline
Master of Science - Nursing
Southern University At New Orleans
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Centre
01.2015 - Current
Nurse Technician
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
11.2013 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University And A & M College
High School Diploma -
Peabody Magnet High School
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