Kiona Bender-Burey
Shelton,CT
Summary
Registered nurse with 17 years of diverse clinical experience in delivering high-quality patient-centered care. Expertise in critical thinking and collaboration, demonstrating a strong commitment to excellence and continuous professional development. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Duty Nurse
Trusthouse
Manhattan, NY
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe assessments to promptly identify and address patient condition changes.
- Monitored respiratory and pulmonary symptoms, implementing targeted interventions to enhance patient outcomes.
- Managed medication administration, coordinating prescription refills and orders to ensure continuity of care.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare teams to optimize patient care and enhance treatment effectiveness.
Clinical Instructor
Lincoln Tech
Shelton, CT
04.2024 - Current
- Oversaw and assessed student performance in clinical practice, ensuring alignment with educational standards and fostering student growth.
- Delivered clinical instruction and guidance to nursing students, enhancing their preparedness for real-world healthcare challenges.
- Developed lesson plans and coordinated skills lab activities to enhance clinical competence.
- Collaborated with nursing faculty to uphold program objectives and standards, contributing to a cohesive educational experience.
Infusion Nurse
PICC Resources
Shelton, CT
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinated patient care for infusion therapies, improving patient outcomes with IV immunoglobulins, antibiotics, TPN, and fluids.
- Obtained vascular access and performed blood specimen collection, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Evaluated treatment responses and addressed concerns to enhance comfort and adherence.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, treatment protocols, and symptom management for enhanced understanding and adherence.
MS/Tele Nurse
Yale Hospital
New Haven, CT
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Administered medications and intravenous therapies to ensure patient safety and treatment effectiveness.
- Monitored telemetry for cardiac changes to enable timely interventions and enhance patient outcomes.
- Reported changes in patient status to facilitate emergency response and improve care delivery.
- Coordinated admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure seamless transitions in patient care.
Admit RN
Atrinity Home Health
Wallingford, CT
04.2015 - 11.2022
- Conducted comprehensive initial patient assessments and performed medication reconciliation to ensure accurate medication management.
- Monitored clinical condition changes, communicating with interdisciplinary team for timely interventions.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans, coordinating services for seamless continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on pre- and post-operative care, enhancing adherence to treatment plans.
- Provided hands-on care, including specimen collection, wound care, and ostomy management, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Travel GI Nurse
Bpt Hospital
Bridgeport, CT
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Reviewed medical necessity of referrals, coordinated endoscopic procedure scheduling to enhance patient care.
- Educated patients and families on gastrointestinal conditions, fostering better understanding of side effects and symptom management.
- Liaised with patients and healthcare providers to ensure accurate delivery of health information.
- Triaged incoming patient calls, addressing concerns and prioritizing care needs.
MS/Ortho Nurse
St. Vincent’s
Bridgeport, CT
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed and stabilized post-operative patients for optimal recovery following joint replacements, trauma fractures, and neurosurgical procedures.
- Administered and evaluated pain management therapies, enhancing patient comfort and supporting effective recovery.
- Monitored patients for condition changes, facilitating timely interventions with healthcare providers.
- Delivered compassionate hands-on care, promoting recovery and improving patient comfort.
- Delivered education on treatment plans to promote understanding and safe post-discharge practices.
Float Pool RN
St. Mary’s Hospital
Waterbury, CT
01.2011 - 03.2020
- Delivered skilled clinical care across emergency department, medical-surgical telemetry, and behavioral health units to support diverse patient needs.
- Stabilized patients during medical emergencies through prompt assessment and timely medication administration.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient-centered care while ensuring compliance with facility policies.
- Coordinated patient flow by managing admissions, transfers, and discharges, facilitating seamless continuity of care.
RN Supervisor
Hewitt Health and Rehab
Shelton, CT
10.2009 - 07.2016
- Directed, supervised, and evaluated the performance of clinical and support staff to maintain quality standards.
- Managed daily facility operations to enhance patient flow and ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Managed staffing schedules and modified assignments to address patient care demands.
- Oversaw admissions and coordinated discharge processes, ensuring accurate documentation compliance and streamlined transitions.
- Developed and implemented targeted care and treatment plans for patients with acute conditions, resulting in improved outcomes for falls, wounds, and infections.
Education
Candidate MS Nursing -
Western CT State University
Danbury, CT12-2026
BS Nursing -
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08-2015
AS Nursing -
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT05-2009
AS General Studies -
Housatonic Community College
Bridgeport, CT12-2006
Skills
- IV therapy management
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Clinical judgment
- EMR experience
- Clinical instruction
- Time management
- Autonomy and reliability
Certification
- BLS Provider, 02/27
- ACLS Provider, 09/27
- Connecticut, #089768, 09/30/26
- New York, #787224-01, 08/31/28
Timeline
Private Duty Nurse
Trusthouse
10.2024 - Current
Clinical Instructor
Lincoln Tech
04.2024 - Current
MS/Tele Nurse
Yale Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2025
Infusion Nurse
PICC Resources
03.2022 - Current
Travel GI Nurse
Bpt Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2021
MS/Ortho Nurse
St. Vincent’s
03.2020 - 08.2021
Admit RN
Atrinity Home Health
04.2015 - 11.2022
Float Pool RN
St. Mary’s Hospital
01.2011 - 03.2020
RN Supervisor
Hewitt Health and Rehab
10.2009 - 07.2016
Candidate MS Nursing -
Western CT State University
BS Nursing -
University of Texas At Arlington
AS Nursing -
Norwalk Community College
AS General Studies -
Housatonic Community College