Kristen Lee
Richboro,United States
Summary
Compassionate Critical Care Registered Nurse with proven skills in patient monitoring, emergency response, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to delivering high-quality care and effective patient education for optimal health outcomes. Compassionate Critical Care Registered Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient monitoring, emergency response, and critical care medication administration. Excel in communication, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St. Lukes Unviersity Healthcare Newtowrk
Quakertown, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and patient conditions continuously throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions and treatment options.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in electronic health records.
- Assisted in emergency procedures and critical interventions as required.
- Maintained a sterile environment and adhered to infection control practices.
- Administered emergency resuscitative measures when necessary according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Performed medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, therapeutic procedures, and other medical interventions.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Identified changes in patient conditions and reported them to the supervising physician immediately.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients.
- Utilized a wide range of medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous (IV) pumps, to support patient care.
- Operated and monitored life support systems and medical devices specific to the critical care setting.
Patient Care Technician
Chandler Hall Health Services
Newtown, Pennsylvania
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing and dressing.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient areas and equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans.
- Conducted routine checks on patients to ensure comfort and well-being.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA05-2024
Skills
- Medical documentation and protocols
- Critical care and emergency response
- Vital signs assessment
- Patient education and treatment planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Infection control practices
- Problem solving and effective communication
- Time management skills
- Chest tube and airway management
- Advanced life support techniques
- Wound care and central line management
- Ventilator operation experience
- Self-motivation and detail orientation
- Teamwork and collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St. Lukes Unviersity Healthcare Newtowrk
07.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Chandler Hall Health Services
08.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania