Kimberly Pike
Carrollton,GA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Tanner Medical Center, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated ability to prioritize care and reduce readmissions by enhancing patient education and support. Skilled in EPIC, with a strong foundation in organization and time management, ensuring high-quality patient care and safety.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
09.2005 - 12.2022
- 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.
- Provided emotional support to families facing challenging situations such as birth complications or infant illnesses.
- Mentored newly hired nurses, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that enhanced clinical skills development.
- Provided basic educational services to parents and guardians on topics such as child growth and development and special needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support for new parents.
Registered Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
01.2002 - 08.2005
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmias, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams during daily rounds for discussing patient cases and treatment plans that ensured continuity of care throughout hospital stays.
Registered Nurse
Fulton County Health Center
06.2000 - 12.2001
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwest State Community College
Archbold, OH05.2000
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- EPIC trained
- Organization and Time Management
- BLS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
09.2005 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
01.2002 - 08.2005
Registered Nurse
Fulton County Health Center
06.2000 - 12.2001
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwest State Community College
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