Kirsten McCollum
Moore
Summary
Dependable healthcare team member recognized for sound judgment and exceptional clinical skills, complemented by a compassionate bedside manner. Proficient in tracking and charting vital signs and other critical health markers, contributing to patient care and supporting team treatment objectives. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through collaboration and attentive care. Strong adaptability in fast-paced environments while maintaining a focus on quality and safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bethany Childrens Medical Center
Bethany, OK
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to supervising nurse or physician, promoting early intervention for potential health issues.
- Administered vaccinations and medications to patients, adhering to proper dosage guidelines and protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting assessments, interventions, and progress in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing patient needs and implementing appropriate nursing interventions.
- Contributed to the development of unit policies and procedures that promoted better quality of care for pediatric patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Led training sessions on pediatric nursing best practices for new staff members.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
Medication Reconciliation Nurse
Norman Regional Hospital
Norman, OK
04.2018 - 01.2023
- Improved patient safety by accurately reviewing and verifying medication lists during admission and discharge processes.
- Enhanced medication management for patients by diligently updating electronic medical records with accurate information.
- Reduced medication errors by collaborating closely with healthcare teams to ensure proper medication reconciliation.
- Streamlined pharmacy workflow by efficiently prioritizing and managing multiple medication reconciliation tasks simultaneously.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by addressing questions and concerns about medications in a compassionate manner.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Integris Southwest Medical Center Med-surg/Ortho
Oklahoma City, OK
02.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments, ensuring proper execution of orders for better patient outcomes.
- Promoted patient education through clear explanation of diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Fostered a trusting relationship with patients'' families by addressing their concerns and keeping them informed about the patients'' progress.
- Skillfully managed high-stress situations during emergency codes or rapid response events within the unit or hospital-wide setting.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Administered pre-operative and post-operative care to orthopedic patients, ensuring safety and comfort.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2024
No Degree - Nursing
Moore Norman Technology Center - Norman
Norman, OK03-2014
High School Diploma -
Western Heights High School
Oklahoma City, OK05-2008
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Direct Patient Care
- Counting Narcotics
- Tracking Symptoms
- Task Delegation
- Wound Care
- Charting and Recording
- Care Planning
- Medication Administering
- Biomedical Hazard Disposal
- HIPAA Protocols
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Monitor IV Fluids
- Documenting Vital Signs
- Tracheostomy Care
- Wound Dressing
- Medication and IV administration
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bethany Childrens Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Medication Reconciliation Nurse
Norman Regional Hospital
04.2018 - 01.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Integris Southwest Medical Center Med-surg/Ortho
02.2017 - 04.2018
No Degree - Nursing
Moore Norman Technology Center - Norman
High School Diploma -
Western Heights High School
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College
certifications
Certified Pediatric Nurse 06/08/2026
PALS 12/20/2025
BLS 05/08/2026
NIHSS 04/24/2026
2026 Preceptor
MANDT 01/07/2026