Kristi Conrad
Walnut,MS
Summary
Hard working, dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Unit
Magnolia Regional Health Center
Corinth, MS
06.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action for up to 8 patients.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations
CLPN
Magnolia Regional Health Center
Corinth, MS
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake and output to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Delivered updates in patient status to Registered nurse, recording all changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Administered medications including controlled narcotics and Intravenous infusions, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Collaborated with 3-4 Registered nurses to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Miner
E.P Minerals
Middleton, TN
12.2013 - 11.2017
- Serviced Drill Rig and Mining Equipment to promote safe and proper functioning
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Worked with Supervisor to resolve Safety problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service
- Developed team communications and information for Safety meetings
- Managed Drill team and gathered 50 -75 product samples daily for evaluation
- Documented samples and logged daily activities
Administrative Assistant
Conrad Pool Service
Memphis, TN
06.2005 - 08.2013
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Performed general office duties, including answering multi-line phones, routing telephone calls or messages to appropriate staff and greeting visitors.
- Drafted professional business memos, letters and marketing copy to support business objectives and increase customer base by 25%.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable.
- Monitored office calendars to plan meetings, activities and travel to maximize productivity
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS07.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS05.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing Practice
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS08.2019
GED -
Hiram W. Johnson High School
Sacramento, CA1996
Skills
- Analytical skills
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Cardiovascular Disease Care
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Computer skills
- Cultural awareness
- Delegation and Motivation
- Dressing changes
- Excellent work ethic
- First Aid/CPR/ACLS
- IV Administration/Cardiac Drips
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Medical Procedure Preparation/Post Procedure care
- Monitoring Telemetry
- Organization and Time management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse with IV Therapy Certification - August 2019-Present
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, American Heart Association-August 2018-Present
- TB Certification- August 2019- Present
Honors
Mississippi University for Women summa cum laude 2022
Mississippi University for Women Presidents List 2021-2022
Phi Theta Kappa 2018 -2021
Northeast Community College Deans List- 2018-2021
Objective
To gain a position as a registered nurse in pediatric hematology/oncology care setting
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Unit
Magnolia Regional Health Center
06.2021 - Current
CLPN
Magnolia Regional Health Center
08.2019 - 06.2021
Miner
E.P Minerals
12.2013 - 11.2017
Administrative Assistant
Conrad Pool Service
06.2005 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing Practice
Northeast Mississippi Community College
GED -
Hiram W. Johnson High School