Kristen Fournier
Mariposa,CA
Summary
I am a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse and Family Nurse Practitioner seeking a FNP position in an outpatient clinic. With several years of clinical experience in diverse settings, offering excellent patient assessment skills and a dedication to providing holistic, high-quality care. Passionate about building relationships with patients to create a sense of trust and care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Director of Nursing
St Mary's Hospice
Fresno, California
05.2025 - Current
- Led nursing staff in delivering compassionate care to hospice patients.
- Developed and implemented patient care standards and protocols for quality assurance.
- Coordinated training programs to enhance nursing skills and knowledge among staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient support services.
- Managed staffing schedules to optimize resources and maintain adequate coverage.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations and best practice guidelines in operations.
- Facilitated communication between families, patients, and healthcare providers for holistic care.
- Evaluated nursing performance regularly to promote professional development and accountability.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
RN Case Manager
St Marys Home Health & Hospice
Fresno, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Compassionate Care Home Health Services
Fresno, CA
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for patients in their homes.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided wound care as needed.
RN Quality and Director of HH/Hospice
John C. Fremont Health Care District
Mariposa, CA
10.2010 - 04.2023
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Trained new nursing staff on clinical procedures and hospital policies.
HHA Instructor
John C. Fremont Healthcare District
Mariposa, CA
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Developed curriculum for nursing programs aligning with state education standards.
- Delivered engaging lectures and hands-on training in nursing practices.
- Facilitated student assessments and provided constructive feedback on performance.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance program relevance and effectiveness.
- Guided students through clinical placements in various healthcare settings for hands-on experience.
- Provided instruction and guidance in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings.
Health Occupation Educator/CNA trainer
Streamwood High School
Streamwood, Illinois
08.2007 - 06.2010
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking skills.
- Implemented educational technologies to enhance learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student development.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote student engagement and teamwork.
Education
Master of Science - FNP
Walden University
Minnesota05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Elmhurst College
Illinois05-2002
Skills
- Physical assessments
- Treatment Planning
- Chronic disease management
- Excellent oral communication
- Prescribing medications
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Preventive care
- Team collaboration
- Curriculum design
- Accreditation coordination
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Recruiting and hiring
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau member since 2023
Certification
- BLS CPR
Education and Training
other,other
References
References available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interim Director of Nursing
St Mary's Hospice
05.2025 - Current
RN Case Manager
St Marys Home Health & Hospice
05.2024 - Current
Home Health RN Case Manager
Compassionate Care Home Health Services
05.2023 - 05.2025
HHA Instructor
John C. Fremont Healthcare District
08.2013 - 08.2016
RN Quality and Director of HH/Hospice
John C. Fremont Health Care District
10.2010 - 04.2023
Health Occupation Educator/CNA trainer
Streamwood High School
08.2007 - 06.2010
Master of Science - FNP
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Elmhurst College
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