Kristen Holder
McKinney
Summary
Hardworking and dedicated Registered Nurse with 8+ years of experience in a pediatric acute setting. I encompass the skills and compassion to care for pediatric patients and families in any setting. Loyal and collaborative team player. Passionate about growth learning opportunities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Pediatric Oncology and Hematology
Children's Medical Center Plano
06.2021 - Current
- Administered medications, such as Chemotherapy, safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Served as charge RN over 24 patient bed unit
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members.
Registered Nurse Pediatric Acute Care Services
Children's Medical Center Plano
02.2016 - 06.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12.2015
Skills
- Empathetic
- Medication and IV Administration
- Precepting
- Organized
- Care Plan Development
- Family Education
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing 2016-Present
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Academy of Pediatrics- American Heart Association, Expires 02/2024
- BLS- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Expires 03/2026
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, American Academy of Pediatrics- American Heart Association, Expires 09/2025
- APHON - Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Provider Course, Expires 12/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse Pediatric Oncology and Hematology
Children's Medical Center Plano
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse Pediatric Acute Care Services
Children's Medical Center Plano
02.2016 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stephen F Austin State University
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing 2016-Present
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Academy of Pediatrics- American Heart Association, Expires 02/2024
- BLS- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Expires 03/2026
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, American Academy of Pediatrics- American Heart Association, Expires 09/2025
- APHON - Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses Provider Course, Expires 12/2025
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