Kimberly Roberts
Stilwell
Summary
Dedicated Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse with expertise in patient education, wound care, and post-operative recovery management. Strong communicator with a focus on empathy and critical thinking to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Committed to delivering high-quality nursing care in fast-paced surgical environments.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Northeastern Health System Tahlequah
Tahlequah
08.2014 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care during operative procedures, collaborating with surgeon and anesthesiologist to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing instruments and supplies.
- Collaborated with Anesthesia team to ensure that all necessary equipment was available for each case.
- Administered IV medications according to physician orders prior to surgery.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and recovery instructions, ensuring understanding for better adherence and outcomes.
- Provided patient and family education regarding the surgical procedure, post-operative care and potential risks and complications.
- Ensured proper documentation of findings before, during and after surgery; reported changes in patient status to appropriate personnel promptly.
- Developed individualized care plans based on nursing diagnoses, addressing specific patient needs related to type of surgery performed.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions; modified plan of care accordingly based on outcomes achieved or anticipated results not met.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Public Health Nurse
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Stilwell
08.2010 - 08.2014
- Administered immunizations and monitored patient responses to vaccines.
- Provided patients with vaccinations with consideration for dosage requirements, contraindications and possible side effects.
- Investigated outbreaks of communicable diseases such as influenza or tuberculosis.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop public health initiatives.
- Collaborated with local health departments and other community partners.
- Attended continuing education programs related to public health topics.
- Planned and coordinated patient and family teaching and health education.
- Performed data collection and analysis related to public health initiatives.
- Promoted healthy habits and practices in outreach materials and presentations.
- Advocated for patients' access to healthcare services and resources.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss client progress towards goals.
- Performed assessments for each individual case to determine best fit for materials and services.
- Answered phone calls, emails, letters and faxes and efficiently provided accurate information and responses.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Connors State College
Warner, OK 08.2004 - 05.2006
Skills
- Surgical assistance
- Medication administration
- IV insertion
- Specimen collection
- Blood transfusion
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Discharge planning
- Surgical preparation
- Patient education
- Surgical patient education
- Postoperative assessments
- Care coordination
- Electronic health records
- HIPAA compliance
- Healthcare regulations
- Clinical judgment
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Compassionate care
- Patient hydration
- Continuing education
Timeline
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Northeastern Health System Tahlequah
08.2014 - Current
Public Health Nurse
Oklahoma State Department of Health
08.2010 - 08.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Connors State College
08.2004 - 05.2006