Kimberly Hannah
Havre,MT
Summary
Dynamic Dialysis Registered Nurse with proven team management skills at Northern Montana Medical Center. Expertise in HIPAA compliance and management of vascular access, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infections. Committed to patient education and emotional support, fostering informed health decisions and enhancing care outcomes. Skilled in administering blood transfusions and delivering critical interventions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Northern Montana Medical Center
10.2020 - Current
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients, ensuring comfort and safety throughout procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during dialysis sessions for optimal care delivery.
- Educated patients on treatment processes, dietary restrictions, and post-dialysis care protocols.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing rates of hospital-acquired infections in the unit.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic kidney disease, helping them navigate complex medical information while maintaining hope for improved health outcomes.
- Educated patients and their families on kidney disease management, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health care.
- Assisted in training new staff members on dialysis procedures, policies, and equipment usage ensuring consistent high standards of patient care across the unit.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- 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.
- Ensured optimal equipment performance through routine maintenance checks and prompt troubleshooting when issues arose.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Medical/Surgical Nurse
Northern Montana Medical Center
10.2016 - 10.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs in fast-paced medical surgical unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, promoting understanding and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections through diligent practices and staff training.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance within the unit.
- Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills during emergent situations, collaborating with team members to deliver timely interventions and stabilize patients.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Assessed patient status during procedures to communicate abnormalities to physicians.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Administered blood transfusions safely, monitoring for any adverse reactions or complications.
- Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to any changes, preventing potential adverse events or complications.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions that contributed to improved pain management for post-operative patients.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Utilized meditech and clarity to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
Education
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Fort Belknap College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Montana State University
Havre, MT05-2016
Skills
- Management of vascular access
- Skilled in administering blood transfusions
- Expertise in HIPAA compliance
- Proven team management skills
Certification
- Certified Dialysis, - 2023 and current
Timeline
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Northern Montana Medical Center
10.2020 - Current
Medical/Surgical Nurse
Northern Montana Medical Center
10.2016 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Fort Belknap College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Montana State University