Kristen Coverdell
Locust Grove
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with strong expertise in Medical-Surgical Unit. Skilled in patient care, wound management, medication administration, and post-operative monitoring. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, known for effective communication and critical thinking abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hillcrest Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Travel Registered Nurse
Seven Healthcare/Hastings Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
Registered Nurse, Trauma/Urology Nurse
St Francis Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Responsible for CBI, nephrostomy tubes, urostomy care, and patients who have suffered traumas.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Neuro Unit RN
Hillcrest Medical Center
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring neurological assessments and vital signs, promptly addressing any concerns or changes.
- Advocated for patients'' needs with medical professionals to ensure appropriate interventions were implemented in a timely manner.
- Administered medications as per physician orders, accurately calculating dosages and monitoring for potential side effects or complications.
COVID-19 Unit RN
Saint Francis Muskogee
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Administered medications, assessed changes and reported results to doctors.
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families and medical personnel.
- Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
Registered Nurse Ortho Trauma Unit
OU Medical Center
09.2021 - 04.2022
- 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.
COVID-19 Unit RN
Saint Francis Muskogee
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Covid unit RN.
- Monitored/Treated patients ill with Covid 19.
- Collaborate with physicians on care of patients with respiratory distress.
- Care for patients receiving HI flow oxygen/BIPAP and transfer to ICU.
- Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families and medical personnel.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
HillCrest Medical Center
06.2015 - 09.2021
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
St. John Medical Center
06.2013 - 03.2015
- Managed complex caseloads and coordinated care for patients with multiple comorbidities, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for their needs.
- Maintained high standards of safety by adhering to infection control protocols, administering medications accurately, and monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Completed daily assessments and documented information in electronic medical records.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Francis Medical Center
12.2010 - 08.2013
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Neuro Unit RN
St. John’s Medical Center
06.2009 - 10.2010
- Evaluate patients’ neuro status as ordered and report any abnormal results promptly to physician.
- 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.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Associates - Nursing
Rogers State University
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Clinical judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate and caring
- Patient care assessment
Certification
- RN license issued in Oklahoma
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIH stroke scale certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hillcrest Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Seven Healthcare/Hastings Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, Trauma/Urology Nurse
St Francis Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
Neuro Unit RN
Hillcrest Medical Center
01.2023 - 08.2023
COVID-19 Unit RN
Saint Francis Muskogee
04.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse Ortho Trauma Unit
OU Medical Center
09.2021 - 04.2022
COVID-19 Unit RN
Saint Francis Muskogee
12.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
HillCrest Medical Center
06.2015 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
St. John Medical Center
06.2013 - 03.2015
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Francis Medical Center
12.2010 - 08.2013
Neuro Unit RN
St. John’s Medical Center
06.2009 - 10.2010
Associates - Nursing
Rogers State University
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