Kimberly Wagner
Ponder,TX
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in patient assessments, medication administration, and charge nurse leadership. Known for safe care, clear communication, and guiding teams to support positive patient outcomes.
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Trophy Club
Trophy Club, TX
06.2025 - 09.2026
- Cared for patients staying overnight after surgery at a surgical center.
- 80% charge nurse duties, 20% primary nurse duties.
- Assessed patient conditions and documented findings in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and monitored responses for adverse changes.
- Coordinated care plans with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
- Educated patients and families on treatments, recovery steps, and discharge instructions.
Registered Nurse
TRS Healthcare
Tontitown, AR
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Travel nurse at several hospitals in Oklahoma, Colorado & Tennessee, night shift, med-surg.
- Assessed patient conditions and documented findings in electronic medical records.
- Initiated nursing interventions based on priority assessments and clinical protocols.
- Reinforced infection control practices to support safe patient care.
- Prepared patients for procedures and supported recovery monitoring afterward.
Registered Nurse
Wise Health System
Decatur, TX
09.2013 - 02.2024
- Night shift on the Med/Surg floors. The first 2.5 years were as a primary nurse, with the remainder as a charge nurse.
- Taught new nurses the fundamentals of time management, critical thinking and skills (place an NG tube, how to talk to the doctor, how to perform patient education, etc.)
- Assessed patient conditions and documented findings in electronic medical records.
- Communicated changes in status promptly to support timely clinical decisions.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Atrium Medical Center
Corinth, TX
01.2012 - 09.2013
- LTAC hospital, currently out of business. Night shift ICU.
- Assessed patient conditions and documented findings in electronic medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Atrium Medical Center
Corinth, TX
12.2008 - 01.2012
- Medical/Surgical department, night shift while going to school for registered nurse degree.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to support safe, timely care.
- Recorded vital signs and clinical observations in electronic health records with accuracy.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary care teams to update treatment plans and patient needs.
- Provided wound care, dressing changes, and routine treatments following clinical protocols.
- Assessed patient conditions and escalated changes promptly to registered nurses and providers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Life Care Center of Longmont
Longmont, CO
02.2005 - 11.2008
- Administered medications and treatments while following physician orders and resident care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes promptly to nursing leadership.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and resident responses in medical records with accuracy.
- Supported interdisciplinary care planning to address resident needs and improve outcomes.
- Provided wound care, catheter care, and other skilled nursing procedures.
- Coordinated daily tasks with CNAs to maintain consistent resident care and comfort.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TXPractical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Franklin Technology Center - Allied Health
Joplin, MOAssociate of Arts - General Studies
Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, COSkills
- Assist new nurses to adjust to the workplace by teaching critical thinking, skills and time management
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong clinical judgment
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Trophy Club
06.2025 - 09.2026
Registered Nurse
TRS Healthcare
02.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse
Wise Health System
09.2013 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Atrium Medical Center
01.2012 - 09.2013
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Atrium Medical Center
12.2008 - 01.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse
Life Care Center of Longmont
02.2005 - 11.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Central Texas College
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Franklin Technology Center - Allied Health
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Front Range Community College