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
450 Laurel Street, Suite A, Des Moines, Iowa 50314
05.2015 - 07.2024
- 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
1111 Laural Street, Des Moines, IA 50314
03.2015 - 05.2015
- 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
1111 Laurel Street, Des Moines, Iowa, 50314
10.2012 - 03.2015
- 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
05.2015 - 07.2024
CCU Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, CHI Health
03.2015 - 05.2015
Cardiac Telemetry Technician
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, CHI Health
10.2012 - 03.2015
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