Kristi Kem
Santa Ana,CA
Summary
Highly skilled and adaptable ICU Nurse with extensive experience at Aya Healthcare and Children's National Medical Center, showcasing expertise in pediatric critical care nursing.
Excelled in high-stress environments, demonstrating advanced problem-solving, data analysis, and a commitment to patient safety and satisfaction. Renowned for exceptional interpersonal communication and proficient in cutting-edge healthcare technologies, significantly enhancing patient outcomes and care continuity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse patient populations and complex cases, showcasing versatility as a Travel Registered Nurse in the ICU setting.
- Effectively prioritized interventions for multiple patients under high-stress conditions, maintaining optimal quality of care.
- Conducted thorough assessments of critically ill patients to develop individualized care plans that addressed their unique needs.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in rapidly changing situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between medical professionals, ensuring timely updates on patient status and treatment plans.
- Served as an advocate for the rights and wishes of critically ill patients throughout their time at the facility.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in a Pediatric emergency department, Neonatal ICU, CVICU and PICU.
Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse
Children's National Medical Center, CNMC
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and providing emotional support during difficult situations.
- Optimized resource utilization by coordinating with ancillary staff on equipment availability, room readiness, and staffing levels during high census periods.
- Prioritized patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols, safe medication administration practices, and evidence-based guidelines for the prevention of hospital-acquired complications.
- Maintained current knowledge of pediatric critical care nursing best practices through continuing education, professional conferences, and peer-reviewed literature.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between hospital departments or facilities for optimal continuity of care during transfers or discharges.
- Provide care to ventilator assisted and trach assisted patients.
- Mentored new nurses, sharing expert knowledge and clinical skills to enhance their professional development.
- Served as an advocate for pediatric patients' rights while respecting cultural diversity within the critical care environment.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in Pediatric Cardiac and Pediatric critical care units in a level I trauma center.
Surgical Assistant
Skin Cancer Surgery Center
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Assisted surgeons during MOHs surgery, methotrexate administration, biopsies and melanoma removals.
- Performed administration of local anesthetics.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all surgical activities for record-keeping purposes and quality control analysis.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough pre and post-op education.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing (Honors)
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Baltimore, MD12.2020
PostBaccalaureate Certificate -
Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Blacksburg, VA07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition Foods And Exercise
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05.2015
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing
- Time Management and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Discharge Planning
- Hemodynamic and Telemetry Monitoring
- Central Line and Airway Management
- Prioritizing work load
- Advanced problem solving
- Collect, analyze, and trend data with accuracy
- Participate in special projects as needed
- Computer Knowledge: Microsoft word, Powerpoint, Outlook, Windows 7, Windows 10, Excell, Cerner, and Epic
- Interpersonal Communication
- Comprehensive Report Writing
Certification
Registered Nurse
Virginia, multistate (0001317404)
District of Columbia (RN1061528)
California (95318583)
ACLS-PALs-BLS for healthcare providers
American Heart Association, 2023
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse
Children's National Medical Center, CNMC
03.2021 - 02.2023
Surgical Assistant
Skin Cancer Surgery Center
01.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Nursing (Honors)
University of Maryland School of Nursing
PostBaccalaureate Certificate -
Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition Foods And Exercise
Virginia Tech
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