KRISTEN KING
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Registered Nurse with 7+ years of experience across perioperative, cardiothoracic, and medical-surgical settings, including high-acuity pediatric congenital cardiac surgery. Skilled in circulating complex surgical cases, managing multidisciplinary care teams, and ensuring patient safety throughout the perioperative continuum. Experienced in Meditech, Epic, and Cerner EMR systems.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Circulator (Pediatric Cardiac Surgery)
Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
03.2025 - Current
- Circulate complex pediatric congenital heart surgeries in a high-acuity operating room
- Coordinated with surgeons, anesthesia, perfusionists, and surgical teams to ensure seamless surgical operations
- Maintained sterile field and ensured infection control standards to promote patient safety
- Managed intraoperative workflow and documentation using Meditech EMR to support effective communication and record-keeping
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
UF Health Jacksonville North Campus
Jacksonville, FL
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Facilitated collaboration among surgical teams during complex procedures, enhancing communication and procedural efficiency
- Circulated cases across ORs and endoscopy suites, ensuring seamless transitions and optimal patient flow
- Prepared surgical suites and ensured AORN compliance
- Troubleshot OR equipment issues, ensuring functionality and reliability, while documenting incidents in Epic
Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic Surgery
Duke University Medical Center
, NC
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted in CABG, transplants, VAD insertions, ECMO to improve patient outcomes
- Facilitated patient safety and comfort during robotic and hybrid surgical interventions.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care, facilitating communication and support for families
- Completed Perioperative 101 training to enhance surgical readiness
Travel Registered Nurse - Med/Surg
AYA Healthcare
, WA
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Administered medications and monitored IV/central lines to enhance patient recovery
- Managed care for 3-4 patients each shift, ensuring timely and effective treatment
- Delivered wound care and maintained accurate Epic documentation for patient progress
Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Clinic
OrthoWashington
, WA
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted patient assessments and coordinated individualized care plans
- Prepared patients for surgery by ensuring understanding of procedures and post-operative care
- Provided post-op wound care while educating patients on recovery protocols
Registered Nurse - Transplant Unit
University of Washington Medical Center
, WA
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Provided comprehensive care to liver and renal transplant patients during recovery
- Coordinated infusion therapies while educating patients on care procedures to enhance recovery understanding
- Managed patient records and data entry using Epic and Cerner systems to ensure accurate and efficient documentation
Education
BSN -
Western Governors University
01-2022
ASN -
Shoreline Community College
01-2019
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving skills
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
• RN - Texas Multistate License, #1192148
• BLS - American Heart Association
• BLS - American Heart Association
Personal Information
Title: RN, BSN
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Circulator (Pediatric Cardiac Surgery)
Methodist Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
UF Health Jacksonville North Campus
08.2023 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic Surgery
Duke University Medical Center
07.2022 - 07.2023
Travel Registered Nurse - Med/Surg
AYA Healthcare
03.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse - Orthopedic Clinic
OrthoWashington
08.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse - Transplant Unit
University of Washington Medical Center
08.2019 - 07.2021
BSN -
Western Governors University
ASN -
Shoreline Community College