Kristie Griffin
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Covenant Children's Hospital, enhancing neonatal patient outcomes through expert care and advanced technology use. Skilled in patient and family advocacy, education, and implementing evidence-based practices. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and a compassionate bedside manner, fostering significant improvements in patient care and family support. 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
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Covenant Children's Hospital
07.1999 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing individualized nursing care tailored to each infant''s specific needs.
- Utilized advanced technology and equipment for continuous monitoring of fragile patients, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Educated families on proper neonatal care techniques, fostering a supportive and informative environment.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing expertise in neonatal intensive care best practices and procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with advancements in neonatal nursing care.
- Implemented kangaroo care techniques into daily routines as appropriate; contributed to improved bonding experience between parents and their babies.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, building trusting relationships that facilitated open communication.
- Assisted physicians during high-risk deliveries, ensuring immediate attention and support for newborns in distress.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding changes in patient status or concerns about treatment plans, advocating for the best possible outcomes for each infant under my care.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with case managers and social workers, ensuring smooth transitions home for both infants and their families.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in the NICU.
Registered Nurse NICU
Harris Methodist Hospital
07.1996 - 06.1999
Registered Nurse NICU
Northwest Texas Hospital
09.1993 - 05.1996
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Texas State University
Canyon, TX05-1988
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Family Education
- Precepting
- Patient Discharge
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing (RNC-NIC) - National Certification Corporation.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Covenant Children's Hospital
07.1999 - Current
Registered Nurse NICU
Harris Methodist Hospital
07.1996 - 06.1999
Registered Nurse NICU
Northwest Texas Hospital
09.1993 - 05.1996
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing (RNC-NIC) - National Certification Corporation.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Texas State University
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