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Kimberly Parish

Hoover,AL

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 26 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Excels in fast-paced environments and ready to tackle new challenges with dedication and enthusiasm. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse

Hoover Urgent Care
01.2007 - Current
  • Utilizes critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducts thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administers medications, oral, IM and IV, safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Follows all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Advises patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Assists in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Responsible for hiring all clinical staff .
  • Makes clinical staff schedules.
  • Trains new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Safety Coordinator, responsible for OSHA training.
  • Performs medical imaging.
  • Orders all DME and clinic supplies.

Registered Nurse, Home Health Care

Feliciana Home Health
05.2004 - 12.2006


  • Trained family members on caregiving techniques, empowering them to better support their loved ones during the recovery process.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, achieving proper dosage and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Educated patients on self-care strategies, such as medication management, nutrition, and lifestyle changes, empowering them to take control of their health.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by developing customized home care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing patient needs and organizing schedules accordingly.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough patient education on managing chronic conditions at home.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment, minimizing risks for injury among patients.
  • Coordinated resources such as medical equipment rentals or community support services for patients in need, streamlining access to essential assistance options.
  • Provided wound care management expertise, resulting in faster healing times and reduced complications for patients.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Urgent Care

Lake After Hours
05.2002 - 05.2004
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications, oral, IM, and IV, safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Performed point to care lab testing.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Our Lady of the Lake
03.2000 - 05.2002
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Registered Nurse, Post -Op Unit

Lafayette General Medical Center
05.1998 - 04.2001
  • Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to fluctuating caseloads while maintaining exceptional standards of quality care delivery.
  • Educated patients on wound care management techniques to minimize infections after surgery.
  • Streamlined patient discharge process, providing thorough education on post-op care and follow-up appointments.
  • Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring medication administration while considering potential side effects or interactions with other treatments.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing attentive post-operative care and monitoring vital signs.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance within the Post-Op Unit by adhering to hospital policies and procedures as well as state/federal guidelines for nursing practice.
  • Assessed patient incision site, monitored body temperature and tracked other indicators of stability or complications.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
05-1998

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Performing EKGs
  • EMR Systems
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Vaccine administration
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Emergency Care
  • HIPAA Education
  • Administering immunizations
  • Wound Care
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Intake and discharge
  • High level of autonomy
  • Procedure preparations
  • Staff Supervision
  • Removing sutures and staples
  • Medical Records Management
  • Home Health Care
  • Supply Restocking
  • OSHA Training

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse

Hoover Urgent Care
01.2007 - Current

Registered Nurse, Home Health Care

Feliciana Home Health
05.2004 - 12.2006

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Urgent Care

Lake After Hours
05.2002 - 05.2004

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Our Lady of the Lake
03.2000 - 05.2002

Registered Nurse, Post -Op Unit

Lafayette General Medical Center
05.1998 - 04.2001

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southeastern Louisiana University

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