Kristen Cox
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about Vascular Access, EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused with proven preceptor abilities and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Vascular Access Specialist RN
Ascension Genesys Hospital
08.2011 - Current
- Consulted for placement, troubleshooting, and care of vascular access devices including Peripheral IV's, Ultrasound Guided IV's, Midlines, PICC lines, and Mediport access.
- Communicate with healthcare team members to plan and implement the best device for patient treatments.
- Educate patients, family members, and caregivers on use, signs and symptoms of complications, and maintenance of devices placed.
- Evaluate patient histories, labs, chest xrays, and current treatments.
- Thorough documentation of all communication and procedures performed.
- Procurement of department medical and office supplies.
- Preceptor of new Vascular Access Team members.
Ortho/Neuro/Medical Surgical Staff RN
Ascension Genesys Hospital
01.2008 - 08.2011
- Managed multiple patients simultaneously by providing bedside procedures and treatments, IV therapy, ambulation, and wound care.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients and families on ortho/neuro/medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, specifically Joint Camp post surgical patients.
- Frequently worked as unit's Clinical Facilitator role, managing unit staff assignments, patient bed assignments, facilitating patient discharges, assisting staff in daily tasks, communication with management regarding unit status.
Ortho/Neuro/Med-Surg/ER Obs Float RN
Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital
08.1998 - 12.2007
- Managed caseload of 7 or more patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, medications, treatments, IV therapy, ambulation, and wound care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Joint Club post-op ortho management.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Preceptor of new unit nurses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MIAssociate Degree in Nursing -
Oakland Community College
Highland Lakes CampusSkills
- PICC Lines
- IV Administration
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Medical Supply Management
- Nurse Preceptor
Affiliations
Infusion Nurses Society
Michigan Association for Vascular Access
Timeline
Vascular Access Specialist RN
Ascension Genesys Hospital
08.2011 - Current
Ortho/Neuro/Medical Surgical Staff RN
Ascension Genesys Hospital
01.2008 - 08.2011
Ortho/Neuro/Med-Surg/ER Obs Float RN
Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital
08.1998 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine
Western Michigan University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Oakland Community College
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