Kristen Evans
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with leadership experience at East Columbus Surgery Center, skilled in infection control, leadership, and patient assessments. BLS and ACLS certified, adept at managing teams and fostering a culture of excellence in patient care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
East Columbus Surgery Center
Columbus, OH
01.2015 - Current
- Clinical director that oversaw 15 employees.
- Cross-trained to scrub, circulate, organize, instruments, preop, PACU, front desk, and administrator duties.
- Helped in the planning and implementation of moving the facility from AAAHC accreditation to Joint Commission.
- Infection control officer
- Participated in numerous quality assurance studies and participated in governing board meetings.
- Assisted with multiple computer software integrations.
- Maintained employee schedule, patient schedule, and PTO requests.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments, ensuring comprehensive understanding of patient health history and needs.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing post-surgical complications within the facility.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff, promoting consistent best practices in patient care delivery.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Associates
Pickerington, OH
10.2012 - 02.2020
- Delivered vaccines and medications as prescribed to ensure patient health and safety.
- Facilitated patient intake by efficiently rooming individuals and accurately recording vital statistics to support healthcare assessments.
- Administered breathing treatments to patients. Conducted strep tests to diagnose infections. Performed urine dip tests for preliminary assessments.
- Perform hearing and vision screenings
- Conducted hemoglobin and lead screenings to identify potential health risks in patients.
- Charted on computer with Greenway
Customer Service Manager
Walmart
Canal Winchester, OH
06.2004 - 10.2012
- Oversaw resolution of escalated customer complaints, ensuring timely and effective solutions.
- Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
- Assisted over 40 associates by assigning tasks and communicating objectives. Provided feedback and monitored performance to support adherence to company policies. Aided in the hiring, coaching, and evaluation processes for associates.
- Assisted customers by approving transactions. Supported associates in completing transactions. Aided in cashier training. Maintained front-end keys. Coordinated cashier meals and breaks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH06-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH06-2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Leadership Skills
- BLS and ACLS certified
- QAPI experience
- Accreditation experience with Joint Commission and AAAHC
- Infection Control
Timeline
Registered Nurse
East Columbus Surgery Center
01.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Associates
10.2012 - 02.2020
Customer Service Manager
Walmart
06.2004 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Youngstown State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College