Kimberly Griffin
Rockingham,NC
Summary
Compassionate RN skilled in IV administration and emergency interventions. Experience in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care and ensure effective communication.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Atrium Health Anson Emergency Department
Wadesboro, North Carolina
03.2024 - Current
- Perform lifesaving interventions in emergency situations based on protocols and physician orders.
- Administer medications, obtain labs and IV access, monitor vital signs, and perform nursing interventions per physician orders.
- Provide direct care to patients of all ages and diverse cultural backgrounds, within the nursing scope of practice.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
- Assisted physician with bedside procedures including chest tube insertion, paracentesis, incision and drainage, central line insertion, and conscious sedation, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Coordinated with staff RNs to address patient and team needs and facilitated service recovery efforts.
RN
Atrium Health Union Emergency Department
Monroe, NC
07.2019 - 03.2024
- Provided direct care to patients across all ages and diverse cultural backgrounds, ensuring adherence to nursing scope of practice.
- Administer medications, obtain labs and IV access, monitor vital signs, and perform nursing interventions per physician orders.
- Perform lifesaving interventions in emergency situations based on protocols and physician orders.
- Assisted physician with bedside procedures, including chest tube insertion, paracentesis, incision and drainage, central line insertion, and conscious sedation, enhancing patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and execute individualized care plans for each patient.
CNA
Hillcrest Baptist Church Rest Home
Monroe, NC
05.2017 - 07.2019
- Advocated for patients/monitored changes in health status and reported changes promptly.
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal care to enhance their quality of life.
- Applied therapeutic communication techniques in patient care to foster trust and improve engagement.
- Delivered laundry and cleaning services to ensure a hygienic environment for resident safety.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Stanly Community College
Locust, NC05-2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- IV administration
- Emergency interventions
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Health education
Certification
- RN License #315876
- ACLS Certification
- PALS Certification
- BLS Certification
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- Certified Emergency Nurse
Timeline
RN
Atrium Health Anson Emergency Department
03.2024 - Current
RN
Atrium Health Union Emergency Department
07.2019 - 03.2024
CNA
Hillcrest Baptist Church Rest Home
05.2017 - 07.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Stanly Community College