Kristen Collings
BILOXI,MS
Summary
Registered Nurse with four years experience working in areas such as Medical/Surgical, Outpatient Surgery, and Emergency Department. Highly teachable and dependable nurse dedicated to providing safe, quality care to patients and being a vital member of a team.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Singing River Health System
Ocean Springs, MS
12.2019 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Merit Health
Biloxi, MS
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assessed patient condition and developed individualized care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Identified potential risks or complications during treatment processes and took appropriate corrective action.
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital Gulfport
Gulfport, MS
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Ensured proper documentation of findings before, during and after surgery; reported changes in patient status to appropriate personnel promptly.
- Monitored patient's condition during recovery period in PACU; adjusted IV fluids and administered medications as needed.
- Performed pre-operative assessment of patients including physical exam, lab work, EKG and anesthesia evaluation.
- Provided patient and family education regarding the surgical procedure, post-operative care and potential risks and complications.
Bookkeeper, Front End Assistant Manager
Rouses Market
Ocean Springs, MS
11.2014 - 10.2019
- Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately managing accounting documentation.
- Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
- Trained employees on cash drawer operations and customer service protocols to carry out assigned tasks.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and professionally.
- Directed and supervised staff performance.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS12-2019
Skills
- IV Placement
- Drug Administration
- Patient Care Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Proficient in EPIC, Cerner, Medhost
- HIPAA Compliant
Certification
- Registered Nurse - License# 914861
- Basic Life Support - exp 08/2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support - exp 09/2025
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support - exp 09/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Merit Health
09.2023 - 12.2023
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital Gulfport
06.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Singing River Health System
12.2019 - Current
Bookkeeper, Front End Assistant Manager
Rouses Market
11.2014 - 10.2019
ADN - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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