Kristen Marshall
Riverton,WY
Summary
Fun Activity Coordinator with a natural gift in developing routines and activities for children of all different ages and backgrounds. Trained in crisis prevention and childcare. Expertise in monitoring children's activities and behaviors. Committed to maintaining a safe and clean learning environment. Conscientious Manager trained in First Aid, CPR and recreation oversight. Accomplished in keeping programs fun, engaging and safe for participants. Diligent about enforcing rules and skilled in motivating staff. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Help For Health Hospice
08.2019 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Children's Activity Coordinator
Fremont County Homeschool Group
08.2019 - Current
- Enhanced customer service based on feedback from guests.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Homeschool Teacher
Marshall Family
08.2010 - Current
- Managed homeschool schedules effectively, balancing extracurricular activities with academic requirements for well-rounded development.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Emphasized practical life skills alongside academics, preparing students for future independence and decision-making abilities.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
- Implemented hands-on activities and experiential learning opportunities for improved understanding of complex concepts.
- Submitted and assembled student portfolios for local school district to satisfy legal guidelines.
- Encouraged intellectual curiosity by incorporating stimulating topics outside traditional subject matter into lesson plans.
- Supported social-emotional growth by integrating character education lessons that foster empathy, resilience and self awareness.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills with challenging assignments and thought-provoking discussions.
- Integrated diverse subjects into lessons, promoting interdisciplinary connections for deeper understanding of material.
- Expanded student vocabulary with weekly word challenges, encouraging the use of new words in writing and conversation.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, helping students improve their work quality and performance over time.
- Encouraged creative expression among students with integration of arts and crafts projects into curriculum.
- Developed and maintained positive homeschooling community, connecting students with external educational events and competitions.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Education
Nursing - Nursing Science
Central Wyoming College
Riverton, WY05.2019
Skills
- Disability Awareness
- Professional Demeanor
- Written Communication
- Time management abilities
- Interpersonal Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Team Collaboration
- Reliability
- Time Management
- Youth Program Coordination
- Program Development
- Event Promotion
- Team Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Team building
- Resource Allocation
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- CPR/ First Aide certified 2010-current
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Help For Health Hospice
08.2019 - Current
Children's Activity Coordinator
Fremont County Homeschool Group
08.2019 - Current
Homeschool Teacher
Marshall Family
08.2010 - Current
Nursing - Nursing Science
Central Wyoming College
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