Kimberly John
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and effective communication. Adept at fostering trust with patients and families while implementing infection control measures to ensure safety and quality care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Alta Mesa Rehabilitation
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive patient care by assessing needs and implementing individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare providers for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care to promote recovery.
- Administered intravenous therapies and medications while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Documented patient interactions and care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nursing practices and patient safety.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging health situations.
- Executed emergency response procedures effectively during critical situations to ensure patient safety.
- Conducted regular health assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to foster trust.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for patients with mobility challenges.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2024 - 10.2025
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize risk and ensure a safe care environment.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ05.2024
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alta Mesa Rehabilitation
10.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2024 - 10.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Scottsdale Community College