Kristen Birdsall
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Sunrise Hospital, specializing in critical thinking and prioritizing patient care. Recognized for excellence in medication and IV administration, complemented by a compassionate approach to supporting patients and their families. Proven ability to thrive in high-stress environments, enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Certified in ACLS, BLS, and TCAR, consistently delivering quality care during travel assignments while adapting swiftly to new settings and maintaining exceptional standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel RN
TNAA
Kingman, AZ
05.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols in diverse clinical settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare providers.
- Mentored new nurses on best practices for patient care and emergency response procedures.
- Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
Registered Nurse- Trauma Cardiac
Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Used critical think 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 support to patients' family during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life-care, serving as a liaison between the interdisciplinary team and loved ones.
- Administered medications using automated dispensing systems to ensure precise dosage and timing.
- Operated infusion pumps to deliver intravenous therapies, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Admitting Registar Trauma
Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
11.2018 - 01.2022
- Registered classed trauma patients efficiently and effectively in a timely manner so life saving treatments could be rendered.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure timely and accurate completion of admission forms and documentation.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively while maintaining professional composure when dealing with emotional or difficult circumstances.
- Expedited emergency room admissions by prioritizing urgent cases and gathering essential information quickly.
- Promoted a positive work environment through collaboration with colleagues across various departments.
Patient Care Representative
CareNow Urgent Care
Las Vegas, NV
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Actively participated in staff meetings contributing valuable insights into improving processes within the clinic to enhance patient experience.
- Efficiently managed high volumes of phone calls, messages, and inquiries from patients or other healthcare providers, ensuring prompt responses and resolutions.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for better time management, resulting in decreased wait times and increased patient satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Las Vegas, NV12-2022
Skills
- Licensed RN- State of Nevada & Arizona
- AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
- Trauma Nursing
- Patient education
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Care plan development
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- State of NV- Licensed RN
- TCAR (Trauma Care After Resuscitation) Certified
- CPI Trained
- OSHA Certified
Timeline
Travel RN
TNAA
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse- Trauma Cardiac
Sunrise Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2025
Admitting Registar Trauma
Sunrise Hospital
11.2018 - 01.2022
Patient Care Representative
CareNow Urgent Care
11.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing