Kimberly L. Ausmus
Ottawa Lake,USA
Summary
Dedicated acute care registered nurse (RN) with critical care experience and excellent critical thinking skills. Proficient clinical and communication skills with exceptional bedside manner and supervisory experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-House Supervisor
Select Specialty Hospital
Ypsilanti, Michigan
01.2016 - Current
- Directed rapid response team operations to ensure timely and effective incident management
- Assisted in providing advanced cardiac life support to patients in critical situations
- Supported nursing teams in delivering high-quality patient care
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure effective communication and treatment plans
- Facilitated discussions in leadership meetings
- Facilitated collaboration among departments to optimize patient care delivery
- Facilitated staffing coordination and development initiatives
- Conducted comprehensive audits of patient care documentation and medical records to ensure compliance with healthcare standards
- Evaluated and managed treatment plans for complex wound care
- Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe patient assessments, ensuring thorough evaluation of health status
- Administered comprehensive care for mechanically ventilated and non-ventilated patients utilizing endotracheal tubes and artificial airways
- Oversaw patient management for critical drips and intravenous medication administration
- Oversaw management of nasogastric, orogastric, and various feeding tube placements and maintenance
- Administered bedside care to medically complex patients, ensuring comfort and safety
Telemetry Tech/Unit Secretary
Select Specialty Hospital
Ypsilanti, Michigan
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Analyzed and documented telemetry strip data for accurate reporting
- Monitored patient rhythms and reported any arrhythmias or changes
- Assisted in initiating rapid response protocols as necessary
- Inputted physician orders into electronic medical record (EMR) system with precision
- Managed multiple phone lines to ensure efficient communication and responsiveness
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate maintenance of patient records and charts
Certified Nursing Assistant
Select Specialty Hospital
Ypsilanti, Michigan
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Facilitated patient assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Administered fundamental bedside care to enhance patient comfort and well-being
- Monitored and recorded vital signs to ensure patient health and safety
- Facilitated patient mobility by implementing range-of-motion exercises
Education
Master of Nursing - FNP
Youngstown State University
06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio01-2021
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, Michigan01-2016
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Ethical practice
- Staff development
- Clinical leadership
- Compassionate care
- Care planning
- Nursing assessment
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- 2016-Present Registered Nurse
- 2007-Present BLS Certification
- 2016-Present ACLS Certification
- 2002-2016 Certified Nursing Assistant
Programs and Committees
- 2018-Present Select Medical Clinical Advancement Program
- 2020-Present Select Medical Employee Engagement Committee
Timeline
Registered Nurse-House Supervisor
Select Specialty Hospital
01.2016 - Current
Telemetry Tech/Unit Secretary
Select Specialty Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Select Specialty Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2011
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Washtenaw Community College
Master of Nursing - FNP
Youngstown State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University