Kimberly Scoggins RN
Gaffney,SC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Charge Nurse
Palmetto Patriots Home
2023.02 - Current
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Occupational RN
CHR/ Timken
2021.05 - 2023.02
- Conducted ongoing research on emerging trends in occupational health, staying up-to-date on best practices and industry standards.
- Implemented effective infection control measures within the workplace, reducing the spread of communicable diseases among employees.
- Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Maintained accurate records of occupational injuries and illnesses, ensuring timely reporting to regulatory agencies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
RN Supervisor
Peachtree Centre
2021.01 - 2021.05
- Reviewed staffing patterns, quantities and nursing units' census to meet resident needs and budgetary controls.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Championed infection control initiatives that led to a reduction in healthcare-associated infections among patients under our care unit''s supervision.
- Created customized care plans, working with staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Onboarded new employees through orientation meetings and training sessions before deployment to different departments.
- Inventoried medications, supplies and equipment and distributed stock to patients.
RN Floor Nurse
Spartanburg Rehabilitation Institute
2019.03 - 2021.01
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Long-Term Care RN
Heartland West
2017.09 - 2019.03
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' health and effectively communicating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions upon admission to the long-term care facility to ensure appropriate level of care.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to nursing staff as needed.
- Mentored new nurses on clinical skills, policies, procedures, and best practices for delivering high-quality long-term nursing services.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring that all patients'' rights were upheld and addressed any concerns or issues that arose during their stay in the facility.
Correctional Nurse
Delores Baylor Women's Prison
2016.06 - 2017.04
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Supported mental health needs of inmates by identifying at-risk individuals and coordinating appropriate referrals to psychiatric professionals when necessary.
PACU Registered Nurse
Demarva Surgery Center
2010.08 - 2016.02
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
- Effectively place intravenous lines prior to procedure and discontinued IV line postoperatively.
- Assisted surgeons in post-operative procedures, ensuring optimal wound healing and preventing complications.
- Promoted teamwork among nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment conducive to high-quality patient care.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by participating in audits, revising policies, and implementing evidence-based practices.
RN Floor Nurse
Union Hospital
2008.04 - 2011.08
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Contributed to reduced hospital readmissions by conducting thorough assessments and appropriately addressing patients'' concerns during their stay.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Abdollah Malek
1991.04 - 2006.07
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delaware Technical And Community College
Newark, DE12.2007
Skills
- Performing EKGs
- Effectively insertion of IVs
- Hospice Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Workers Compensation Knowledge
- Wound care specialist
- Attention to Detail
- Chronic Disease Management
- Health screening
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Evaluation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Acute care expertise
- Lab result interpretation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Telemetry monitoring
- Accurate Documentation
- Administering immunizations
- Diabetes management
Timeline
RN Charge Nurse
Palmetto Patriots Home
2023.02 - Current
Occupational RN
CHR/ Timken
2021.05 - 2023.02
RN Supervisor
Peachtree Centre
2021.01 - 2021.05
RN Floor Nurse
Spartanburg Rehabilitation Institute
2019.03 - 2021.01
Long-Term Care RN
Heartland West
2017.09 - 2019.03
Correctional Nurse
Delores Baylor Women's Prison
2016.06 - 2017.04
PACU Registered Nurse
Demarva Surgery Center
2010.08 - 2016.02
RN Floor Nurse
Union Hospital
2008.04 - 2011.08
Medical Assistant
Dr. Abdollah Malek
1991.04 - 2006.07
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delaware Technical And Community College
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