Kristi Watts
Lebanon,PA
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with 8 + years of experience in delivering high-quality care to diverse patient populations spanning medical/surgical and intensive care units. Seeking to secure a challenging nursing position with a focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Services Manager
Ronald McDonald House of Central PA
Hershey, Pennsylvania
01.2026 - Current
- Managed family support services and resources, improving access for families in need.
- Developed programs to address families' emotional and practical needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive support for families.
Medical Office Associate II
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, Pennsylvania
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers in streamlining patient intake and documentation processes.
- Scheduled patient appointments, answered incoming calls, and assisted with inquiries.
- Managed and organized medical records within electronic health record system for easy access.
- Communicated with patients to ensure clarity on appointments and healthcare information.
Office Manager
WT Paving & Sealing, LLC
Lebanon, PA
01.2014 - 03.2019
- Coordinated office operations to streamline workflow for paving projects.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for team members and equipment usage.
- Maintained accurate records of job sites, contracts, and client communications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Lebanon, PA
01.2008 - 05.2011
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient health and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Delivered patient care following physicians' orders and nursing standards.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans that addressed individual patient needs.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Trained new nursing staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control measures.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients to help them cope with illness or injury, fostering a compassionate care environment.
- Promoted a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Milton S Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
08.2004 - 12.2007
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established protocols and guidelines.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Assisted with medication administration, monitoring patient responses to ensure safe and effective treatment.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient health and well-being, identifying potential issues for timely intervention.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
Education
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Lancaster County Career & Technology Center
Lancaster , PA 08.2003 - 08.2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College
DE 08.2002 - 05.2003
Northern Lebanon Jr/Sr High School
Fredericksburg , PASkills
- Client advocacy
- Educating families
- Service coordination
- Patient care
- Emotional support
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs
- Medication administration
- Pain management
- End-of-life care
- Electronic health records
- Charting and recording
- Record management
- Scheduling coordination
- Time management
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Oral and written communication
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Mentoring staff
- Organizational Skills
- Crisis intervention
- HIPAA compliance
- Inpatient care
- Emergency response
- EKG administration
- Documentation accuracy
- Wound care
Certification
- BLS Certified by American Heart Association in 2025
- ACLS Certified by American Heart Association in 2026
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Pennsylvania in 2004
- Multistate Licensed Practical Nurse, applied in 2026
Timeline
Family Services Manager
Ronald McDonald House of Central PA
01.2026 - Current
Medical Office Associate II
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
09.2025 - Current
Office Manager
WT Paving & Sealing, LLC
01.2014 - 03.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2008 - 05.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse
Milton S Hershey Medical Center
08.2004 - 12.2007
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Lancaster County Career & Technology Center
08.2003 - 08.2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College
08.2002 - 05.2003
Northern Lebanon Jr/Sr High School