Kirby Rood BSN, RN
Ankeny,IA
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 9 years of diverse experience in patient-centered care and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Working towards obtaining a DNP-FNP and offering expertise with Orthopedic specialty.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Triage Nurse
Iowa Orthopedics Center
2015.05 - 2024.07
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
- Verified, updated and communicated patient history prior to clinic appointments and procedures with providers.
- Monitored compliance and evaluated effectiveness of home treatment instructions.
- Advised patients on pre- and post-operative instructions, medication administration and symptoms indicating emergency care.
- Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and educated patients how to administer or dispense medication and injections.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and identified primary care physician, contacting office to obtain patient file.
- Delivered orientation and training of less experienced clinic staff in specific clinic operations and procedures.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
CCU Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, CHI Health
2015.03 - 2015.05
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Cardiac Telemetry Technician
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, CHI Health
2012.10 - 2015.03
- Assisted providers with cardiac monitoring, therapeutic measures and procedures related to cardiac monitoring.
- Monitored condition and performance of cardiac equipment, executing routine maintenance, and scheduling repairs.
- Provided assistance to electro physiologist, supporting timely processing of orders and cases.
- Documented and interpreted heart rhythms and rates utilizing telemetry recordings.
- Identified arrhythmias, abnormalities or significant changes from baseline cardiac condition.
- Communicated with healthcare workers concerning abnormal results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA12.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA12.2014
Associate of Science -
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA07.2012
Certification - Medical Insurance And Coding
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA05.2011
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Orthopedic Nursing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse: 2/132015 - 3/15/2026
- CPR Registered: 10/2022-10/2024
- IA Adult Mandatory Reporter: 1/3/2023- 1/3/2026
- IA Child Mandatory Reporter: 1/26/2023-1/26/2026
Timeline
Senior Triage Nurse
Iowa Orthopedics Center
2015.05 - 2024.07
CCU Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, CHI Health
2015.03 - 2015.05
Cardiac Telemetry Technician
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, CHI Health
2012.10 - 2015.03
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science -
Des Moines Area Community College
Certification - Medical Insurance And Coding
Des Moines Area Community College
- Licensed Registered Nurse: 2/132015 - 3/15/2026
- CPR Registered: 10/2022-10/2024
- IA Adult Mandatory Reporter: 1/3/2023- 1/3/2026
- IA Child Mandatory Reporter: 1/26/2023-1/26/2026
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