Kimberly Gahan
Grimes,IA
Summary
Experienced RN BSN with a background in geriatric care, patient assessment, medication administration, and care plan updates. Known for critical thinking, clear communication, and quick response to changing resident needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
RN BSN Staff Nurse
Kennybrook Village
Grimes, IA
11.2024 - Current
- Monitored changes in resident conditions and executed timely nursing interventions to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and checked vital signs for senior residents.
- Assessed Kennybrook Village residents and revised care plans.
- Coordinated with physicians and families on resident care needs.
- Worked with physicians and families to address resident care needs.
- Recorded nursing assessments in electronic health records.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assisted in providing wound care to residents, ensuring proper techniques were followed, and infection control practices across Kennybrook Village.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices and facility policies to ensure adherence to standards of care.
Director of Nursing
Sunnyview Care Center
Ankeny, IA
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Directed nursing operations for Sunnyview Care Center resident care services.
- Monitored regulatory compliance with state survey and nursing documentation requirements.
- Oversaw clinical staff schedules, assignments, and daily unit coverage.
- Reviewed resident assessments and updated individualized care plans.
- Trained nursing staff on policies, procedures, and resident care practices.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Assessed potential resident admission information and determined whether Sunnyview was able to appropriately meet their needs.
RN BSN Staff Nurse
Edgewater - A Wesley Life Community
West Des Moines, IA
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Executed additional work responsibilities outlined in previous sections.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Administered medications and treatments following Edgewater nursing protocols.
- Documented assessments, care notes, and medication records in resident charts
- Responded to urgent symptoms and provided immediate nursing support
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Kaplan University
Chicago, IL04-2014
Associate Science Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA12-2003
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA12-1997
Skills
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Patient assessment
- Wound care management
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Regulatory adherence
- Critical thinking
- Decision making
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Communication strategies
- Geriatric care
Certification
- Registered Nurse 110048
- BLS Certified
Timeline
RN BSN Staff Nurse
Kennybrook Village
11.2024 - Current
Director of Nursing
Sunnyview Care Center
09.2023 - 11.2024
RN BSN Staff Nurse
Edgewater - A Wesley Life Community
11.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Kaplan University
Associate Science Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College