Krista Tesler
Summary
Hard-working, detail oriented, and compassionate Registered Nurse dedicated to improving the health, quality of life, and the experiences of individuals and populations through the fine art and science of nursing.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Westside Medical Center
2023.06 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans for post-operative orthopedics patient, stroke patients, and generalized medical-surgical patients.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse
Providence Portland Medical Center
2021.10 - 2023.06
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans for oncology patients, patients with oncological emergencies, post-operative neurosurgery patients, and stroke patients.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Private In-Home Caregiver
Self-employed
2019.02 - 2021.07
- Improved clients' quality of life by providing personalized in-home care and assistance with daily activities.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult periods, fostering resilience and mental wellbeing.
- Delivered top-quality personal hygiene assistance, maintaining dignity and respect for client's privacy.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or recreational outings, expanding access to necessary resources and social opportunities.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by completing tasks efficiently, maintaining a clean home environment, and promoting safety.
- Developed strong bonds with clients through compassionate caregiving and attentive listening to their needs.
- Managed medication schedules for client, ensuring timely administration and adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Assisted client with mobility challenges, enabling them to maintain independence and participate in daily activities.
Respite Caregiver
Department Of Health And Human Services
2019.11 - 2020.09
- Enhanced pediatric client well-being by providing compassionate, trauma-informed and attentive respite care, allowing family members to take necessary breaks.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, reporting any changes or concerns to appropriate parties promptly.
- Implemented engaging activities that stimulated cognitive function and encouraged social interaction among pediatric clients.
- Managed household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and light housekeeping, enabling a clean and comfortable living environment for pediatric clients and their family members.
- Completed ongoing caregiver training programs to stay current on best practices in respite care provision.
- Assured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting clients with grooming tasks such as bathing or dressing when necessary.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement customized care plans, addressing each pediatric client''s unique needs.
- Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Completed burn care, occupational therapy exercises, tube feeding administration, and PEG tube care per managing nurse instruction.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rose Villa
2019.06 - 2020.01
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
2018.07 - 2019.02
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University Saint Paul
Portland08.2021
Associate of Science - Biology
Mount Hood Community College
Gresham06.2019
Skills
Restorative
Developer
Harmony
Empathy
Communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) - October 2021 - Oregon State Board of Nursing - License#202111507
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA-1) - July 2018 - Oregon State Board of Nursing - License#201805212
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - August 2022 - American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - July 2023 - American Heart Association
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS) - July 2023 - Apex Innovations
Committee Work
- Skin Champion Committee - Kaiser Westside Medical Center (KWMC) – July 2023 to present
- Skin Care Committee – Providence Portland Medical Center (PPMC) - May 2021 to June 2023
- Diabetes Education Project Committee - Providence Portland Medical Center 8S unit - March 2023 to June 2023
Volunteer Work
- Every Child Oregon – Foster Parent Night Out Volunteer - 2023 -15+ hours
- Union Gospel Mission – Portland Overnight Shelter Volunteer - 2023 - 6+
hours - Salvation Army Rose Center – Kitchen Assistant and Food Server - 2019 - 25
hours - Isaiah 61 Ministries – Children's Ministry Leader - 2014 to 2016 - 100+ hours
- Providence Portland Medical Center & Providence St.Vincent
Medical Center – Volunteer Vaccinator - 2020-2021 - 44 hours
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Westside Medical Center
2023.06 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence Portland Medical Center
2021.10 - 2023.06
Respite Caregiver
Department Of Health And Human Services
2019.11 - 2020.09
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rose Villa
2019.06 - 2020.01
Private In-Home Caregiver
Self-employed
2019.02 - 2021.07
Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
2018.07 - 2019.02
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University Saint Paul
Associate of Science - Biology
Mount Hood Community College
- Registered Nurse (RN) - October 2021 - Oregon State Board of Nursing - License#202111507
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA-1) - July 2018 - Oregon State Board of Nursing - License#201805212
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - August 2022 - American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - July 2023 - American Heart Association
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS) - July 2023 - Apex Innovations
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