Kimberly Yackley
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Emergency Nursing, Triaging, Pre-op
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, education 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
OSF Medical Center
1051 W. South St. Kewanee, IL 61443
08.2020 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and documented vital signs accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Assisted in medical procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans, enhancing communication among healthcare providers.
- Conducted patient assessments and developed personalized care strategies for diverse populations.
- Implemented infection control measures, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infections within unit.
- Collaborated with physicians to evaluate treatment effectiveness, adapting care plans as necessary.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by serving as a mentor for new nurses and participating in shared governance initiatives within the organization.
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Assisted with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, lumbar punctures, and chest tube placements by ensuring proper equipment set-up and maintaining aseptic technique.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Trinity Regional Medical Center
500 John Deere Road, Moline IL 61265
03.2013 - 07.2020
- Conduct comprehensive physical and emotional assessments, including a thorough review of medical history, allergies, current medications, and previous surgeries and anesthesia experiences
- Coordinate and perform necessary diagnostic tests, such as blood work, ekgs, and xrays, to evaluate a patient's level of fitness prior to surgery
- Provide clear, patient centered education on surgical procedures, pre-operative instructions,, anesthesia, and post op care
- Identify potential surgical risks, complications, or contraindications based on patient history and test results
- Act as a liaison between the patient, the surgical team, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure all pre-operative requirements are met
- Maintain complete and accurate documentation of patient assessments, test results, education provided, and care interventions
- Provide pre and post operative phone calls to monitor patient progress and address any issues or concerns
- Strong verbal and written communication to effectively educate patient and families, and the healthcare team
- Ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other nursing staff, and ancillary departments
- Meticulous attention to detail in order to review medical histories, coordinate tests, and document information accurately
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Trinity Regional Medical Center
500 John Deere Road, Moline IL 61265
05.2000 - 03.2015
- Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced emergency room environment.
- Assessed and triaged patients based on urgency of medical conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Implemented best practices to improve patient flow and reduce wait times.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and data management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, PALS, and BLS certified
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
Trinity College of Nursing And School of Allied Health
Moline, IL05-2000
High School Diploma -
Geneseo High School
Geneseo, IL05-1997
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical care
- ADL assistance
- Emergency procedures
- Treatment Planning
- Epic and Teams Computer Software
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support plus AED
Timeline
Registered Nurse
OSF Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Trinity Regional Medical Center
03.2013 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Trinity Regional Medical Center
05.2000 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Illinois State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Trinity College of Nursing And School of Allied Health
High School Diploma -
Geneseo High School