Kimberly Walker
Clarks Hill,SC
Summary
Well-trained, accurate and capable anesthesia team member with proven nursing expertise and solid background effectively handling medications and monitoring patients during procedures. Correctly calculate safe and effective dosages based on numerous factors. Manage all routine pre- and post-procedure care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff CRNA
AOG/Self Regional Healthcare
01.2005 - Current
- Improved patient care by providing anesthesia services for a variety of surgical procedures, including general, orthopedic, and neurologic cases.
- Enhanced patient safety through vigilant monitoring and adjusting anesthetic levels during surgery.
- Collaborated with surgeons to develop customized anesthesia plans tailored to individual patients'' needs.
- Maintained accurate medical records by documenting all aspects of anesthesia care, including preoperative assessments, intraoperative events, and postoperative followups.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with physicians, nurses, and support staff in the perioperative setting.
- Assisted in training new CRNAs, sharing best practices to enhance skill sets within the team.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff regarding anesthesia-related questions or concerns, fostering collaboration across departments.
- Improved coding accuracy by meticulously reviewing medical records and applying appropriate codes.
- Increased code consistency by conducting regular audits and providing timely feedback to colleagues.
- Reduced claim denials by ensuring proper documentation and accurate code assignment in line with insurance guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify diagnoses, procedures, and documentation for precise code selection.
- Optimized data quality by verifying patient information, diagnosis codes, and procedure codes before submission to billing department.
- Educated clinical staff on proper documentation practices to ensure accurate coding and compliance with regulations.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Performed on-site coding audits to determine accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Mentored junior CRNAs in clinical practice, fostering growth and skill development among the team.
- Optimized scheduling systems to ensure seamless coverage for all surgical procedures, reducing staff turnover rates.
- Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status and surgical requirements.
RN, ICU
McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.1987 - 12.2001
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Optimized resource utilization within the ICU by coordinating staff assignments and efficiently managing workload distribution.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
- Mentored new nursing staff in ICU-specific procedures, fostering professional growth and promoting a positive work environment.
- Facilitated smooth handoff processes during shift changes by maintaining accurate documentation of patient status updates, treatments provided, and pending tasks requiring immediate attention from incoming staff members.
- Provided emotional support for patients'' families during times of crisis by maintaining open lines of communication, offering guidance on coping strategies, and connecting them with available resources as needed.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to [Type] patients.
RN Floor Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.1987 - 10.1990
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on [Type] floor.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Led clinical in-services for fellow nurses on various topics including infection control measures and proper wound management techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations that provided additional resources for patients such as home health services or financial assistance programs.
- Contributed to policy development, aligning procedures with regulatory requirements and best practices in healthcare.
- Developed customized education materials for patients, caregivers, and families to facilitate understanding of medical conditions and treatment options.
- Implemented staff training programs on new technologies, emerging clinical research findings, and best practice guidelines in order to maintain a highly skilled workforce.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing - Nurse Anesthesia
Medical College of Georgia
Augusta, GA12.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC12.2000
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC08.1987
Skills
- Multidisciplinary coordination
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Electronic medical records familiarity
- Ambulatory surgery experience
- Analytical Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-Solving
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Neuroscience nursing
- CCRN
Certification
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basis Life Support
Timeline
Staff CRNA
AOG/Self Regional Healthcare
01.2005 - Current
RN, ICU
McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.1987 - 12.2001
RN Floor Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
08.1987 - 10.1990
Master of Science - Nursing - Nurse Anesthesia
Medical College of Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical University of South Carolina
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florence-Darlington Technical College
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