Kristin Ellis

• Provided comprehensive patient care for a diverse veteran population, addressing emotional and cultural needs.
• Delivered quality healthcare while considering socio-economic and age factors.
• Abstracted patient charts to inform care decisions and enhance treatment outcomes.
• Administered medications efficiently according to established protocols and guidelines.
• Documented vital signs and procedures accurately in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
• Reviewed incoming referrals to schedule timely office visits with appropriate providers.
• Assisted during emergencies, including CPR and psychiatric crises, ensuring patient safety.
• Coordinated follow-up appointments with primary care providers to facilitate continuity of care.

• Conducted skilled nursing visits to provide patient care per physician directives.
• Performed advanced wound care, trach care, catheter placement, and PICC line management.
• Administered medications, managed pleural drainage, and completed suture removals.
• Assessed patient vitals and documented observations to evaluate treatment responses.
• Ordered patient supplies based on evolving care requirements.
• Educated patients and families on disease processes and treatment plans.
• Instituted emergency measures to ensure patient safety when necessary.

• Directed daily operations of the Portsmouth Naval Hospital Orthopedic Clinic in collaboration with RN and MD.
• Managed monthly clinic schedules for providers to optimize patient flow.
• Supported providers in patient care activities, including suture removal and injections.
• Abstracted patient charts to extract critical information for informed care decisions.
• Oversaw non-licensed clinical personnel to ensure quality patient care delivery.
• Supervised Medical Assistants in executing effective patient care strategies.
• Reviewed incoming referrals to establish timely office visit appointments.
• Instituted emergency measures when necessary to address urgent patient needs.

• Supported Neurosurgeon in patient care, including telephone triage and post-surgical follow-up.
• Managed daily patient schedules to optimize operational efficiency.
• Abstracted relevant information from patient charts to improve care quality.
• Communicated imaging study and lab results, including MRI and X-ray findings, to the physician.
• Supervised Medical Assistants in providing patient care and coordinating their schedules.
• Facilitated peer-to-peer consultations for insurance-related imaging studies.
• Served as a resource for non-clinical staff in managing incoming referrals.
• Identified emergencies and implemented necessary measures promptly.

• Utilized nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate pediatric patient care.
• Conducted focused interviews to identify specific patient needs.
• Assessed signs and symptoms reflecting physiological and psychosocial changes in patient condition.
• Collected, analyzed, and documented data from healthcare providers to establish nursing diagnoses.
• Obtained patient vitals, administered medications, and documented responses while reporting condition changes.
• Prepared and administered enteral feedings; performed tracheostomy suctioning and care.
• Executed daily prescribed physical and occupational therapy, including chest physiotherapy.
• Instituted emergency measures promptly when required.

• Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses.
• Maintained patient records, including vital signs, intake and output measurements, and other data.
• Observed infection control policies while providing direct patient care.
• Ensured that medical equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
• Prepared meals for special diets according to instructions from dietitians or physicians.
• Assisted in changing bed linens, turning, and repositioning bedridden patients.
• Provided compassionate care to elderly and disabled patients.
• Assisted patients with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.

Delivered comprehensive care services through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.

• Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging circumstances.
• Managed multiple responsibilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Maintained a safe environment by adhering strictly to infection control policies.
• Collected urine samples for testing following established protocols.
• Performed EKGs and conducted peripheral venipuncture accurately.
• Conducted regular safety rounds to ensure a secure environment for all patients.
• Responded promptly to call lights, addressing the needs of patients, families, and staff efficiently.

• Assist the Registered Nurse in providing routine medical care and first aid to students, staff, and faculty.
• Administers, medication and perform treatments and procedures as prescribed by a physician, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Assist the Registered nurse in conducting routine vision/hearing screenings as required by Virginia regulation.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in maintaining and updating student health records and maintains accurate documentation of clinic visits and confidentiality of information.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in updating immunization records and reviewing health files for immunization deficiencies and allergies/health concerns.
• Assist RN in providing student care and administering medications, to include insulin, as ordered.