Kristi Holcomb
Guntown,MS
Summary
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.
My objective is to further my nursing career and to utilize my nursing skills to the fullest of my ability in assisting physicians and other nurses to provide adequate, safe, effective and compassionate care to patients and their families.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
NMMC
11.2022 - Current
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions in the critical are setting.
RN, Emergency Department
NMMC
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Travel RN
University Of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures in the trauma ICU setting.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting to varying acuity levels within trauma units while maintaining consistent attention to detail.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Travel RN
Columbus Regional Hospital
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures in the ICU setting during COVID.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting to varying acuity levels within diverse units while maintaining consistent attention to detail.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with fellow staff members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
Travel RN, Post-Op Unit
Jackson Main
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients in the step down transplant unit.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients during their recovery journey, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Assisted physicians in conducting post-operative assessments, ensuring timely identification of complications or concerns.
RN, Critical Care
Baptist Memorial Hospital
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Delivered outstanding patient care in adult critical care units.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes; as well as CCRT.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based critical care practices and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and autonomy by upholding ethical nursing principles in all aspects of critical care delivery.
RN, Critical Care
Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Delivered outstanding patient care in COVID adult critical care units.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based critical care practices and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and autonomy by upholding ethical nursing principles in all aspects of critical care delivery.
RN - Acute
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
11.2016 - 03.2020
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Cared for patients in the acute dialysis setting in the hospital as well as charged the unit over the techs and RNs at times.
RN - Critical Care
Magnolia Regional Health Center
07.2014 - 11.2016
- Coordinated seamless transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with receiving units or facilities during transfers or discharges from the ICU.
- Skillfully assisted with advanced procedures such as central line placements and arterial catheter insertions under physician supervision.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing ventilator settings.
RN - Outpatient
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
03.2014 - 07.2014
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
RN/LPN
Sanctuary Hospice House
04.2010 - 03.2014
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided end of life care to various types of patients and their families.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS05.2013
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS12.2008
High School Diploma -
Houston High School
Houston, MS05.2002
Skills
- Treatment Plan Modification
- High level of autonomy
- Patient education and counseling
- Current certifications include: PALS, ACLS, BLS, TNCC, PHTLS
- Recently completed the fellowship flight nurse modules successfully through AirEvac Batesville, MS
Leadership
I have been in various leadership roles as a Registered Nurse. I have acted as charge nurse in areas such as acute dialysis, nursing home, one of my travel ICU assignments (Columbus Regional), ER observation unit, bedczar in the ER, and hospice.
References
- Kathy Terrell Richards, ER - Tupelo, (205) 468-1902
- Brittanie Settlemires, RN co-worker, (662) 603-5220
- Shannon Bolton, Personal - cared for her dad in hospice, (662) 425-5856
- Christian Allison, NP co-worker ER, (662) 660-4188
- Malorie Devaughn, NP co-worker ICU, (662) 296-4753
Timeline
RN
NMMC
11.2022 - Current
Travel RN
University Of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center
07.2021 - 08.2021
Travel RN
Columbus Regional Hospital
03.2021 - 06.2021
Travel RN, Post-Op Unit
Jackson Main
01.2021 - 03.2021
RN, Critical Care
Baptist Memorial Hospital
10.2020 - 12.2020
RN, Emergency Department
NMMC
08.2020 - 10.2022
RN, Critical Care
Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi
03.2020 - 09.2020
RN - Acute
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
11.2016 - 03.2020
RN - Critical Care
Magnolia Regional Health Center
07.2014 - 11.2016
RN - Outpatient
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
03.2014 - 07.2014
RN/LPN
Sanctuary Hospice House
04.2010 - 03.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Itawamba Community College
High School Diploma -
Houston High School
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