Kristen Walsh
Norristown ,PA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practice. Strong communicator with a track record of building relationships with patients and healthcare teams. Focused on delivering exceptional patient care and adhering to safety protocols.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Phoenixville Hospital
Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care and enhance treatment outcomes.
- Administered injections and IV therapy and placed IV catheters.
- Evaluated changes in physical or mental status of patients and reported to physicians immediately.
- Responded promptly to emergent situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Supported implementation of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for progressive care unit services.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to patient needs, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records using EPIC.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
- Built strong relationships with patients, families, and staff through effective communication, fostering a supportive care environment.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Camp Nurse
Camp Nock A Mixon
Kintnersville, Pennsylvania
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Administered first aid and medical care to campers and staff.
- Administered prescription and over-the-counter drugs to campers as scheduled.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare providers to address medical concerns, ensuring timely interventions for campers' health needs.
- Maintained accurate health records for all campers and staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of campers' medical histories, immunizations, medications, and allergies to support effective health management.
- Monitored inventory of medical supplies and first aid kits to ensure availability of essential items for prompt care.
- Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately prior to releasing a camper from care.
- Completed accident reports, incident reports and medical logs.
- Secured confidentiality of health forms in compliance with HIPAA.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA05-2024
Skills
- IV therapy administration
- Patient assessment
- Evidence-based care
- Patient education
- Electronic health records
- Health record management
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Progressive Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Phoenixville Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Camp Nurse
Camp Nock A Mixon
06.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
La Salle University