KIMBERLY PATRICK-GUERRA
New Haven,CT
Summary
Compassionate and hard-working registered nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings. I work well with diverse patient populations and foster trusting relationships to promote positive outcomes. In addition, I am a team player who works well in stressful situations, and has excellent customer service. I am always open to learning and gaining new experiences throughout my professional career. Moreover, I am a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills are some of the qualities that I possess. Overall, I can work effectively, unsupervised, for the best patient outcome.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Continuum of Care
New Haven, CT
03.2025 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients with a variety of mental health issues.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information according to facility policies and procedures.
- Conducted assessments, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Initiated crisis intervention when necessary to de-escalate situations or provide emotional support for individuals in distress.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining professional boundaries while being empathetic towards their needs.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse
Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital
Bridgeport, CT
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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 safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Eastern Regional Health Authority
, Trinidad And Tobago
08.2017 - 11.2022
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- 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.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
North Central Regional Health Authority
, Trinidad And Tobago
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
COSTAATT
Trinidad And Tobago11.2015
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments and monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Compassionate care
- Documentation accuracy
- Wound care
- Performing ekgs
- Physical assessments
- Intake and discharge
- Nursing staff leadership
- Clinical reasoning
- Electronic health records
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient management
Certification
- ACLS- Advance Cardiac Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Continuum of Care
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Eastern Regional Health Authority
08.2017 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
North Central Regional Health Authority
01.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - General Nursing
COSTAATT