Kimberly Williams
Siloam Springs,AR
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in inpatient and outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2020 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, parenteral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Landmark Cancer Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided compassionate care for oncology patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs during treatment.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse Clinical Manager
Siloam Springs Medical Center
03.2010 - 05.2019
- Managed nursing schedules and staffing levels, ensuring optimal coverage without compromising patient care standards.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and implementing appropriate policies and procedures within the department.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency and productivity in the clinical setting.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative team environment among nursing staff.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions with senior leadership to identify opportunities for organizational growth and improvement within the clinical services division.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05.2018
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
Northeast Technical Center
Kansas, OK03.2010
Skills
- Provide therapeutic communication with patients and their family
- Demonstrate leadership within a team incorporating evidence based practices to promote quality and safety
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Health screening
Research
DNP Scholarly Project 2024
Increasing Utilization of Community Resources to Address Social Determinants of Health Barriers in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2020 - Current
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Landmark Cancer Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse Clinical Manager
Siloam Springs Medical Center
03.2010 - 05.2019
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Oklahoma
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
Northeast Technical Center
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