Kimberly J. Spade, BSN, RN
Brooksville,United States
Summary
Board Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, offering more than 10 years of clinical nursing experience. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Collaborates well with physicians to maintain excellent healthcare practices. Recognized as exemplary in the field of nursing, including preceptor and personnel training experience. Previously selected by Chief Nursing Officer to the peer review committee to positively impact and improve patient outcomes across the spectrum of hospital operations. Proven ability to integrate all members of the healthcare team. Compassionate patient advocate in performance based environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital (formerly Bravera Health)
Crystal River, FL
06.2022 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL05-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL12-2011
Skills
- Full Spectrum of Patient Care
- Diagnostic Test Results Interpretation and Evaluation
- Consultation and Coordination
- Needs Assessment
- Accurate Clinical Reporting
- Nurse Precepting/Training
- Chemotherapy Education and Administration
- Wound Management
- IV Insertion
- Patient Education
Accomplishments
- Nurse of the Year Nomination, nominate by physicians, 2019
- Unit of Distinction, Top 5%, 2019
- Daisy Award Winner, December, 2018
- Six Daisy Award Nominations, August 2020 through present
Certification
- Board Certified in Medical/Surgical Nursing
- Chemotherapy Administration Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital (formerly Bravera Health)
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hillsborough Community College
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