Kristen Wright
Columbus
Summary
Skilled Telephone Triage Nurse experienced in assessing needs, making clinical decisions based on protocols and communicating with primary care team. Excellence in promoting and restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes and resources. Fosters relationships and coordinates with clinical healthcare professionals for continuity of care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Triage Nurse
Columbus Oncology and Hematology
Columbus
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop tailored treatment plans for patients.
- Assessed patient conditions to determine urgency of care requirements.
- Documented patient histories and symptoms in electronic health records system.
- Managed triage process efficiently to prioritize patient care needs effectively.
- Answered incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine scope of medical complaints.
- Educated patients on treatment options and potential side effects thoroughly.
Lead Float Registered Nurse
Columbus Arthritis Center
Columbus
05.2019 - 04.2022
- Assessed patient conditions, recorded physical findings and explained prognosis.
- Educated patients regarding treatment medications and side effects.
- Oversaw treatment room preparation of supplies and medical equipment.
- Safeguarded patient privacy through stringent adherence to HIPAA requirements.
- Trained in all areas of the facility including clinic, patient education, infusion suite, and rooming patients.
- Administering IM medications and vaccinations.
- Followed established policies related to performance improvement, attendance, safety and environmental and infection-control guidelines.
Procedure Room Registered Nurse
Gemini Surgery Center
Columbus
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Responsible for setting up procedures including placement of spinal cord stimulator's and steroid injections.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OHHigh School Diploma -
Valley Local High School
Lucasville, OHSkills
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Triage management
- Compliance documentation
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate care
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- BLS
References
- References available upon request.
Timeline
Triage Nurse
Columbus Oncology and Hematology
04.2022 - Current
Lead Float Registered Nurse
Columbus Arthritis Center
05.2019 - 04.2022
Procedure Room Registered Nurse
Gemini Surgery Center
04.2017 - 05.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shawnee State University
High School Diploma -
Valley Local High School