KIMBERLY KEATING
Van Vleck,USA
Summary
Dynamic LVN Clinical Nurse Supervisor with expertise in staff supervision and patient management. Proven track record at Matagorda Medical Group. Skilled in training and coordinating a team of 21, enhancing patient care through meticulous chart auditing and EMR proficiency. Strong advocate for patient needs. Exceptional case management and communication skills. Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Night Charge Nurse
Colonial rehabilitation and Living
Bay City, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of patients' medical histories, treatments, medications, test results, and progress notes.
- Trained staff members on proper usage of the Electronic Medical Record system including how to enter patient data accurately into the database.
- Monitored patient's progress and documented all findings in the medical record.
- Performed assessments to identify any potential risk factors associated with wounds or skin breakdowns.
- Administered prescribed medications related to wound care including topical ointments, creams and oral antibiotics.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Memory care nurse (dementia, mental health, Alzheimer's).
LVN Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Matagorda Medical Group
Bay City, Texas
09.2013 - 06.2022
- Supervised 21 Nurses and Medical Assistants in a multi-specialty clinical setting, training new hires and older staff with new concepts, yearly evaluations, monthly check-ins
- Scheduling for PTO, Interviewing and hiring
- Coordinator for TVFC, reporting monthly and ordering vaccines, yearly re-enrollment, inspections
- Supply ordering for a multi-specialty clinic
- Triage of patients, refills, orders for tests, prior auths, injections
- Chart Auditing
- Patient Advocate
Teacher's Assistant
HeadStart
Bay City, Texas
10.2004 - 07.2008
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning
- Prepared instructional materials and classroom displays for teacher
- Managed groups to promote safety, minimize injury and meet developmental needs
- Developed, planned and prepared classroom activities
- Participated in staff meetings, and abided by instructional and safety standards
- Planned and used appropriate instructional and learning activities, materials and technology
- Safeguarded confidential student and family information
- Developed good relationships with students and staff to promote trust
Client Advocate
Matagorda County Womens Crisis Center
Bay City, Texas
01.1995 - 04.1998
- Helped Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Victims, find safety in our shelter, Creating protection orders and going to court to advocate for my clients
- Helping clients find a new home, employment, school for the children and public help and counseling
- Public speaking to the community on DV and SA and what the Community can do to help these victims
- Worked in the shelter with victims and their families
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Wharton Co Junior College
Wharton, Texas08.2013
Skills
- Charting and recording
- EMR uses Athena Health and Matrix
- Patient care
- Patient intake, triage, and admissions
- Medication dispensing
- Physical assessment
- Team Supervisor
- Prior authorizations
CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified
- Catheter Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Intake
- Family Communication
- Medication Dispensing
- Staff Supervision
- EMR / EHR
- Texas Licensed Practical Nurse
- Patient Management
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Case Management
- Staff direction and task delegation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Night Charge Nurse
Colonial rehabilitation and Living
07.2022 - Current
LVN Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Matagorda Medical Group
09.2013 - 06.2022
Teacher's Assistant
HeadStart
10.2004 - 07.2008
Client Advocate
Matagorda County Womens Crisis Center
01.1995 - 04.1998
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Wharton Co Junior College