Kimberly Pearson
Oskaloosa,IA
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Breast Health Nurse Navigator
Pella Regional Health Center
Pella, IA
01.2022 - Current
- Provided education and resources to patients and families regarding available services.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Facilitated communication between providers, patients, and families throughout the treatment process.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Monitored patient progress throughout the continuum of care.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Pella Regional Health Center
Pella , IA
09.2005 - 01.2022
- Prepared and sanitized delivery rooms and instruments and prepared patients physically and emotionally for delivery.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
- Assisted physicians in delivery of babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
- Responded promptly to any life-threatening situations that may arise in the Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Educated parents on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum recovery.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA08-2005
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA08-1995
Skills
- Patient education and advocacy
- Relationship building with patient and family
- Diagnosis and treatment explanation
- Multidisciplinary communication
- Quality improvement data collection
- Educational materials development
- Clinical assessment and care coordination
- High degree of empathy and emotional intelligence
- Certified Breast Health Clinical Navigator through National Consortium of Breast Centers
- Compilation of data and completion of application for Pella Regional Health Center's Breast Program to achieve certification as a Breast Center recognized by NQMBC
- Successfully petitioned for new state legislation (House file 71) to enhance insurance coverage for breast MRIs in high risk population This passed and became law January 2025
- Hosted Governor Reynolds for a tour of Pella Regional Health Center and discussion of Women's Health issues in rural Iowa-November 2024
Certification
- Licensed as a Registered nurse continuously in Iowa since October 2005.
- Obtained BHCN certification in August 2024
Accomplishments
- Four time Daisy Award nominee and 1 time winner
Affiliations
- I am a lover of the beach and seeker of warm salt waters as often as life allows.
- When unable to travel, I enjoy the beauty of Iowa and its changing seasons and make use of our beautiful local recreation trails for walks and biking.
- As a cancer survivor I spend time learning about ways to improve overall health including small and sustainable lifestyle choices that can help reduce exposure to toxins and enhance overall health.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Breast Health Nurse Navigator
Pella Regional Health Center
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Pella Regional Health Center
09.2005 - 01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Indian Hills Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Indian Hills Community College
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