Kissia Randolph
North Charleston,SC
Summary
Accomplished ICU Nurse and Respiratory Therapist at the Medical University of South Carolina, adept in clinical judgment and intravenous therapy. Excelled in delivering compassionate end-of-life care, significantly improving patient outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in managing critical care, enhancing quality improvement, and optimizing resource utilization.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
04.2005 - Current
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
Respiratory Therapist
Medical University Of South Carolina
07.1991 - 04.2005
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL03.2013
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC12.2004
Respiratory Therapy -
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC1991
High School Diploma -
Garrett Academy Of Technology
North Charleston, SC06.1989
Skills
- End of life care
- Clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Ethical Practice
- Telemetry monitoring
- Resource Utilization
- Quality Improvement
Accomplishments
2 time Daisy Award winner 2011 Caring Spirit Award 2 time Nurse of the Year
Certificate of Excellence Preceptor of the Year
Timeline
ICU Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
04.2005 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Medical University Of South Carolina
07.1991 - 04.2005
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Trident Technical College
Respiratory Therapy -
Trident Technical College
High School Diploma -
Garrett Academy Of Technology
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