Krista Landrum

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
• Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices in pediatric care.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive pediatric care.
• Mentored junior nurses in best practices for pediatric patient care and safety protocols.
• Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Supervised nursing staff, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and protocols.
• Coordinated training programs for nursing staff, enhancing clinical skills and knowledge.
• Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
• Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
• Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
• Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
• Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
• Worked closely with administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
• Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
• Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
• Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
• Planned and assigned workload to Number-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
• Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.
• Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
• Served as a liaison between nursing leadership, hospital administration, medical staff, allied health professionals, patients, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

• Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized care plans.
• Trained new nursing staff on best practices and operational procedures.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
• Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
• Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
• Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.

During this time as an LPN I functioned in Postpartum, Labor & Delivery, Nursery, Pediatrics, & I also worked other areas in the hospital such as medical surgical & ICU during COVID

• Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
• Educated patients and families on medication management and post-discharge care.
• Streamlined documentation processes, improving efficiency of patient record-keeping.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
• Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
• Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.