Kristin Colvett
Columbia,TN
Summary
Seeking Perinatal Unit Coordinator position leveraging 10 years' mother-baby, NICU and OR experience to optimize patient flow, patient satisfaction, and interdisciplinary communication.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-NICU
Maury Regional Medical Center
Columbia, TN
03.2025 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress using electronic health record systems.
- Observed and documented changes in patient's conditions including vital signs, behavior, and physical assessments.
- Assisted in managing respiratory equipment such as ventilators and CPAP and BiPAP machines for critically ill neonates.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, and other treatments to neonates as prescribed by physicians.
- Assessed and monitored the development of premature infants in NICU.
- Assisted in bedside procedures such as intubation, chest tube insertion, lumbar puncture.
- Provided education and support to families with newborns requiring intensive care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team for comprehensive patient planning.
Diabetes Education
Maury Regional Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
- Facilitated comprehensive diabetes education for patients and families, empowering them with knowledge for better self-management.
- Delivered diabetes education to inpatient diabetic patients, enhancing their understanding of management strategies.
- Collaborated with medical staff to coordinate optimal care for patients, ensuring a unified approach to diabetes management.
Registered Nurse-Out Patient Pavilion
Maury Regional Medical Center
Columbia, TN
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to facilitate smooth operations.
- Maintained sterile environments during surgical procedures to safeguard patient safety.
- Set up and verified surgical equipment in operating rooms to ensure compliance with asepsis standards.
- Provided assistance with transfer and positioning of patients onto OR table safely.
- Verified correct identification of patient before beginning any procedure.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Registered Nurse
Compassus Hospice
Columbia, TN
11.2019 - 10.2024
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored pain levels to ensure patient comfort.
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in hospice settings.
- Delivered emotional support to patients, positively impacting their quality of life during treatment.
- Offered attentive listening and emotional support to patients and families during end-of-life transitions.
Registered Nurse, Mother Baby Unit
Maury Regional Medical Cenrer
01.2018 - 03.2024
Utilization Review Nurse
Evicore
Franklin, TN
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Conducted chart reviews to evaluate medical necessity of outpatient imaging, ensuring compliance with health plan criteria.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy and completeness before authorization, enhancing approval process efficiency.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document findings effectively.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of health plan benefits, policies, procedures, regulations, coding guidelines.
Registered Nurse, Mother Baby Unit
Maury Regional Medical Center
10.2015 - 07.2018
- Cared for antepartum patients, postpartum patients, OBGYN surgery patients, and well infants.
- Administered medications to patients including IV, IM, SubQ, and PO medications.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge procedures, empowering them to manage their care effectively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality, ensuring comprehensive and coordinated patient experiences.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures and best practices for patient care, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges efficiently within the unit.
- Floated to the NICU and cared for premature, NAS babies and babies with many other diagnoses.
Med-Surg Unit
Maury Regional Medical Center
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Administered medication, changed wound dressings, assessed and cared for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to identify changes in health status.
- Cared for patients of all different medical and surgical diagnoses.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options effectively.
- Communicated with doctors and other medical staff to collaborate and care for patients.
- Average of a 6 patient load.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols, procedures, and safety regulations consistently.
Education
Bachelors of Science Degree - Nursing
Martin Methodist College
12-2014
Attended -
Columbia State Community College
01-2011
Skills
- BLS certified
- ACLS Certified
- NRP
- STABLE
- Proficient in Cerner Power Chart
- Data Management
- Detail-oriented
- Time management
- Ability to multitask
- Work under pressure
- Staff coordination
- Team collaboration
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration
- Problem solving
- Strong communication skills
- Customer service
License Number
0000204983
Timeline
Registered Nurse-NICU
Maury Regional Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse-Out Patient Pavilion
Maury Regional Medical Center
03.2024 - 03.2025
Diabetes Education
Maury Regional Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Compassus Hospice
11.2019 - 10.2024
Utilization Review Nurse
Evicore
07.2018 - 07.2019
Registered Nurse, Mother Baby Unit
Maury Regional Medical Cenrer
01.2018 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse, Mother Baby Unit
Maury Regional Medical Center
10.2015 - 07.2018
Med-Surg Unit
Maury Regional Medical Center
01.2015 - 10.2015
Bachelors of Science Degree - Nursing
Martin Methodist College
Attended -
Columbia State Community College