Kola Duncan
Northport,AL
Summary
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tuscaloosa Endoscopy Center
02.2017 - Current
- Recorded incoming patients' vital signs and current medication details in electronic charts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Streamlined admission workflows, improving efficiency in patient processing times.
- Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details and answered patient care-related questions.
- Effectively communicated with patients, families, and staff members to address concerns or questions related to the admissions process.
Registered Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
2010 - Current
- Administered comprehensive patient assessments, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective care planning.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and self-care techniques.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Perform charge nurse duties as needed.
Licensed Practical Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
2007 - 2010
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance and continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
Fayette, AL01-2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient care planning
- Family education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tuscaloosa Endoscopy Center
02.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
2010 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
2007 - 2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
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