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RegisteredNurse

Kristin Birchfield

White Hall,MD

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and strong clinical judgment. Successfully led quality improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and operational efficiency within the nursing team.

Work History

Registered Nurse

Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge procedures.
  • Assisted in the coordination of nursing staff schedules to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems to improve accuracy.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety protocols within the unit.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD
12.2004

Skills

Medication and IV administration

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital

Associate of Science - Nursing

Harford Community College
Kristin Birchfield