Krista Walker
Polk City,IA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Orthopedic And Sports Medicine
11.2015 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Mercy West Urgent Care
03.2001 - 11.2015
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph's Hospital
04.1995 - 12.2000
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City12.1994
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- IV setup
- Removing sutures
- Call triaging
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Orthopedic And Sports Medicine
11.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mercy West Urgent Care
03.2001 - 11.2015
Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph's Hospital
04.1995 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
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