Kirsten Mallari
Sachse,TX
Summary
Compassionate Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse with expertise in individualized care plans, effective communication, and pediatric resuscitation. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through mentorship and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse
Children's Health Dallas
Dallas, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Demonstrate adaptability by regularly floating to other inpatient departments when needed to provide coverage for staff shortages or varying acuity levels, including but not limited to the following units: Cardiovascular ICU, Neonatal ICU, Trauma/Neuro ICU, Pediatric ICU, Pulmonary Step Down, Cardiac Step Down, Gastrointestinal, Emergency Room
- Administer complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Improve patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive nursing care tailored to individual needs.
- Maintain current knowledge of pediatric critical care nursing best practices through continuing education, professional conferences, and peer-reviewed literature.
- Facilitate transitions between hospital departments or facilities for optimal continuity of care during transfers or discharges.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Utilize advanced monitoring equipment to assess vital signs and detect changes in patient conditions.
- Educate families on treatment protocols, fostering understanding and compliance with care processes.
- Reduce complications from invasive procedures through meticulous monitoring and prompt intervention.
- Mentor new nurses, sharing expert knowledge and clinical skills to enhance their professional development.
Barista Shift Lead
Dutch Bros
Sachse, TX
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and team collaboration.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated supply orders to maintain stock availability.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance beverage consistency and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee and delegate shift positions with 3-6 baristas resulting in effective team management
- Handle cash counting and deposits utilizing attention to detail to ensure proper bookkeeping
- Train new baristas on drink recipes, order taking, and customer communication to promote shop growth
Patient Care Assistant
Parkland Memorial Hospital
Dallas, TX
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and support.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on care plans and health management strategies.
- Provided individualized care for 7-14 patients during 8 to 12 hr shifts on a Trauma/General surgery unit.
- Use of various hospital equipment, such as: automatic blood pressure machines, glucometers, bladder scanners, wound vacuums
- Able to float to other specialty units based on staffing needs (Neuro Progressive Care,, Medical Intensive Care,, Burn Acute Care, Plastics, Antepartum, Gynecology/Oncology, MedSurg)
- Efficient with patient charting and documentation on EPIC
- Assisted in implementing safety protocols, enhancing overall patient care environment.
- Documented patient observations accurately, facilitating timely interventions by healthcare team.
- Monitored patient behavior to ensure safety and well-being in high-risk situations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient behaviors, interventions, and responses to support ongoing treatment plans.
- Established rapport with patients by demonstrating empathy, respect, and genuine concern for their well-being throughout each interaction.
- Managed stress effectively in high-pressure situations involving combative or emotionally distressed patients while remaining focused on providing quality care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX08-2024
Skills
- Medical device monitoring
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Airway management
- Central line management
- Tracheostomy care
- Sedation management
- Ventilator management
- Post-anesthesia care
- Feeding tube management
- Effective communication
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Pediatric resuscitation
Certification
- Registered Nurse 2024-Current
- BLS CPR Certification 2024-Current
- BLS Instructor Certification 2021-May 2023
- Certified Nurse Aide 2018-2020
Timeline
Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse
Children's Health Dallas
07.2024 - Current
Barista Shift Lead
Dutch Bros
05.2022 - 06.2024
Patient Care Assistant
Parkland Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University