Kimberly Zeien
Belvidere,IL
Summary
Dependable and hardworking registered nurse with over 10 years of experience delivering exceptional patient care across diverse healthcare settings, including skilled nursing, primary, and specialty care. Nominated for the Nursing Excellence Award, recognized for being approachable and kind-hearted. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and a positive attitude. Skilled at maintaining composure under pressure while providing high-quality care and fostering positive communication with patients and families.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, ENT Clinic
OSF Medical Group
05.2023 - Current
- Conduct triage of incoming patient calls, utilizing clinical assessment skills to determine the appropriate level of care.
- Assist providers during office procedures, ensuring workflow and adherence to clinical protocols.
- Process medication refills in accordance with provider orders, standing protocols and established clinical guidelines.
- Communicate test results to patients and convey provider recommendations in a clear and supportive manner.
- Provide comprehensive education to patients and caregivers on preoperative and postoperative care instructions, ensuring understanding and compliance.
- Conduct remote post-surgical follow-up assessments by evaluating patients recovery, addressing complaints and documenting current symptoms. Provide informed responses regarding treatment plans and progress towards recovery goals.
Registered Nurse, Primary Care
OSF Medical Group
07.2015 - 05.2023
- Performed triage on incoming patient calls using protocols and assessment skills to determine best level of care.
- Scheduled appointments for patients requiring examination from provider.
- Provided direct patient care in nurse clinic, including blood pressure monitoring, ear irrigations, specimen collection, Medicare wellness visits and suture/staple removal. Delivered patient education, performed medication reconciliation, and administered medications and injections as prescribed.
- Provided patients with test results and provider recommendations.
- Processed medication refills in accordance with provider approved standing orders and established guidelines.
- Performed as preceptor assisting in training and development of new clinic nurses.
Registered Nurse, Skilled Nursing
Ascension Living Saint Anne Place
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Provided direct patient care and maintained patient stability by checking vital signs, blood sugar levels, weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular/subcutaneous injections and monitored for any adverse effects.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as peritoneal dialysis, wound care and rehabilitation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Updated patient charts to keep records current to support accurate treatments.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing -
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL05.2010
Skills
- Exceptional communication skills
- Compassionate and caring
- Excellent time management and organization
- Maintains patient confidentiality
- Phone triage proficiency
- Demonstrates good critical thinking
- Accurate documentation
- Proficient in EPIC, EMR and Microsoft
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ENT Clinic
OSF Medical Group
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Primary Care
OSF Medical Group
07.2015 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Skilled Nursing
Ascension Living Saint Anne Place
01.2015 - 06.2015
Associate Degree In Nursing -
Rock Valley College
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