Krista Kendrick
McAlester,OK
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 17 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Emergency Medicine specialty.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St. Agnes Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Parkland Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - 02.2024
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Evaluated patients for effective triage and treatment.
- Streamlined patient flow by optimizing scheduling and triage procedures.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives related to IV therapy processes, resulting in increased efficiency within the department.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Samuel Simmonds Memorial Hospital
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Parkland Memorial Hospital
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Implemented effective resource management strategies by diligently tracking supply inventory levels and placing orders to replenish stock when needed.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly completing documentation and communicating effectively with medical staff.
- Promoted collaboration among interdisciplinary teams through regular participation in meetings, sharing insights from clinical practice experiences.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Parkland Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
McAlester Regional Health Center
07.2014 - 05.2016
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
LPN
Latimer County General Hospital
07.2007 - 06.2014
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - RN
Connors State College
Warner, OK05.2014
No Degree - LPN
Kiamichi Technology Center - McAlester
Mcalester, OK06.2007
High School Diploma -
Wilburton High School
Wilburton, OK05.2005
Skills
- Emergency Care
- Patient Assessments
- IV Insertion
- Trauma Nursing
- Airway Management
- Patient Stabilization
- Patient Safety
- CPR/AED
- Cardiac monitors
- Critical Thinking
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
BLS
PALS
NIHSS
ACLS
TNCC
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St. Agnes Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Parkland Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - 02.2024
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Samuel Simmonds Memorial Hospital
07.2019 - 10.2021
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
03.2019 - 06.2019
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Parkland Memorial Hospital
11.2018 - 02.2019
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton
08.2018 - 10.2018
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Parkland Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2018
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
04.2016 - 05.2017
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
McAlester Regional Health Center
07.2014 - 05.2016
LPN
Latimer County General Hospital
07.2007 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - RN
Connors State College
No Degree - LPN
Kiamichi Technology Center - McAlester
High School Diploma -
Wilburton High School
BLS
PALS
NIHSS
ACLS
TNCC
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