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Kristen Yartz

Warren,Ohio

Summary

New to practice nurse experienced with emergency nursing protocols and patient care techniques. Utilizes critical thinking and swift decision-making to handle complex medical cases effectively. Strong understanding of teamwork and communication, fostering collaborative healthcare environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse in Emergency Department

Mercy Health - St. Joseph Hospital
06.2024 - 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.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, intubation, and defibrillation during critical situations in the Emergency Department.

Student Nurse Extern

Mercy Health - St . Joseph Hospital
06.2023 - 05.2024
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures
  • Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
  • Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
  • Supported nursing staff in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing patients'' needs.
  • Gained valuable clinical experience through rotations in various hospital departments, such as emergency care, wound care, and surgery.

Babysitter

Local Familes
01.2013 - 01.2022
  • Supervised children's safety while engaging children in games and activities.
  • Prepared meals and maintained household care.
  • Followed feeding, bathing, and bedtime routines.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.

Crew Member

Chipotle
06.2018 - 06.2021
  • Prepared and served food.
  • Operated the cash register.
  • Assembled online orders.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Kent State University
Kent, OH
12-2025

Associate Degree - Nursing

Kent State University of Ashtabula
Ashtabula, Ohio
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Lakeview High School
Cortland, Ohio
06.2019

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Pediatric advanced life support
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Emergency triage
  • Clinical documentation
  • Airway management
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient and family advocacy

Certification

Basic Life Support, 07/01/22, 07/01/24

Timeline

Registered Nurse in Emergency Department

Mercy Health - St. Joseph Hospital
06.2024 - Current

Student Nurse Extern

Mercy Health - St . Joseph Hospital
06.2023 - 05.2024

Crew Member

Chipotle
06.2018 - 06.2021

Babysitter

Local Familes
01.2013 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Kent State University

Associate Degree - Nursing

Kent State University of Ashtabula

High School Diploma -

Lakeview High School