Kimberly Perusse
Santa Rosa Beach,FL
Summary
Registered nurse specializing in preop, PACU and Phase II nursing. Additional expertise include charge nurse, scheduling and Resource/House Supervisor experience. Thirteen years preop/PACU experience and Ten years experience in ER nursing. One year experience in med/surg. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital
Miramar Beach, FL
03.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications post surgery.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to infection control standards for optimal patient health.
- Promoted teamwork among nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment conducive to high-quality patient care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse PACU
McBride Orthopedic Hospital Surgery Center
Oklahoma City, Ok
02.2020 - 03.2023
- Evaluate patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Monitor vitals and assess patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluate cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Communicate with anesthesia and Physicians regarding any adverse reaction patients might have.
Resource Nurse/House Supervisor/preop/PACU
McBride Orthopedic Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
03.2009 - 02.2020
- Preadmission nursing and perioperative nursing
- ER and pain management
- Skilled in several areas of the hospital with a main focus in PACU.
- Investigate and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
Registered Nurse Preop/PACU PRN
Summit Surgery Center
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2016 - 01.2020
- Preop patients for surgery and recovered patients from post anesthesia care.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
Staff nurse
Total Medical
Oklahoma City, OK
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Med/Surg Ensuring patient's comfort and education after surgery.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Norman Regional Hospital
Norman, OK
06.2008 - 03.2009
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bartlesville, OKAssociate of Science - Nursing
Rose State College
Midwest City, OKHigh school diploma - General education
Moore High School
Moore, OKSkills
- Operational Procedures
- Medication Administration
- Perioperative Management
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Vitals Assessment
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Certification
RN (10+ years)
Pain Management (5 years)
Nursing
Critical Care Experience (10+ years)
Medication Administration (10+ years)
Triage (10+ years)
Laboratory Experience (10+ years)
Hospital Experience
EMR Systems (10+ years)
Experience Administering Injections (10+ years)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse PACU
McBride Orthopedic Hospital Surgery Center
02.2020 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse Preop/PACU PRN
Summit Surgery Center
06.2016 - 01.2020
Staff nurse
Total Medical
04.2015 - 06.2016
Resource Nurse/House Supervisor/preop/PACU
McBride Orthopedic Hospital
03.2009 - 02.2020
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Norman Regional Hospital
06.2008 - 03.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rose State College
High school diploma - General education
Moore High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma Wesleyan University