Kodie Newsom
Broken Arrow,OK
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with 15 years of experience delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced hospital environments. Skilled in patient assessment, critical thinking, and evidence-based practice, with a strong commitment to patient safety and advocacy. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal health outcomes. Adept at managing multiple priorities while maintaining a calm and supportive presence for patients and families. Demonstrates a strong passion for fostering a supportive learning environment and mentoring new nurses to promote high standards of care and professional growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Oklahoma Surgical Hospital
Tulsa, OK
05.2023 - Current
- 26 bed Inpatient Orthopedic Unit
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions for complex orthopedic cases.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Gig
Mercy Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Travel Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital South
Tulsa, OK
05.2022 - 08.2022
- 13 week Internal Traveler assignment on 48 bed Medical/Surgical-Telemetry Unit/ 8 bed Observation Unit.
- Provide direct, evidenced based nursing care to adult patients with a wide range of medical and surgical conditions.
- Monitor patient status through regular assessments, vital signs, and clinical observations to identify changes in condition and intervene promptly.
- Administer medication, IV therapies, wound care, and other treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols and safety standards.
Travel Nurse
TRS Healthcare
Mercy Hospital Logan County
01.2022 - 04.2022
- 13 week travel assignment on 25 bed Medical-Surgical/Swing Bed Unit.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients'' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions when necessary.
Clinical Resource Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital South
Tulsa, OK
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Managed onboarding processes for new employees hired for 48 bed acute care unit and 8 bed observation unit.
- Directed weekly meetings with new employees and management team to ensure competencies were complete and employees were successful in their new role.
- Developed and implemented education for 110 staff members when hospital policies and procedures were updated.
- Maintained employee files with current education and certifications.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed daily management rounding with patients to ensure staff were providing excellent care and addressed any patient complaints.
- Reported findings to quality department after conducting monthly fall prevention, CAUTI/CLABSI audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Assisted staff with medication administration, IV placement, drip initiation, admits, discharges and transfers.
Clinical Nurse III / Charge Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital South
Tulsa, OK
11.2016 - 05.2019
- 48 bed Medical-Surgical / Telemetry Unit
- Administered medications and treatments to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Documented data related to patients' care including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes.
- Trained new nurses on hospital policies and procedures, patient care protocols, medical procedures and patient interventions.
Staff Nurse / Charge Nurse
Alliance Health Clinton Hospital
Clinton, OK
08.2010 - 10.2016
- 20 bed Medical / Surgical Unit
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK05.2010
Skills
- EPIC EMR
- Cerner EMR
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Omnicell/Pyxis Systems
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Oklahoma Surgical Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Gig
Mercy Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2023
Travel Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital South
05.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Nurse
TRS Healthcare
01.2022 - 04.2022
Clinical Resource Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital South
05.2019 - 05.2021
Clinical Nurse III / Charge Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital South
11.2016 - 05.2019
Staff Nurse / Charge Nurse
Alliance Health Clinton Hospital
08.2010 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southwestern Oklahoma State University