Kristin Hayden
Ganado ,TX
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Surgery Center
Victoria , TX
10.2017 - Current
- Educated patients on post-operative care to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and communicated changes to healthcare team to ensure timely interventions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse, PACU
South Texas Surgical Hospital
Corpus Christi, Texas
01.2011 - 09.2017
- Administered medications to facilitate recovery from anesthesia and effectively manage side effects.
- Assessed post-operative patients' physical conditions and monitored vital signs and oxygen saturation.
- Trained new nursing staff on PACU protocols, enhancing team proficiency and patient care standards.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Christus Spohn South
Corpus Christi, Texas
06.2006 - 01.2011
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Facilitated transfer of critically ill patients from operating room to PACU and ICU, ensuring continuity of care.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered analgesics to effectively manage discomfort.
Office Registered Nurse
Surgical Associates
Corpus Christi, Texas
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Coordinated pre-operative assessments and scheduling to ensure timely surgical case preparation.
- Reviewed patient charts, ordered laboratory tests, escorted patients to examination room, obtained vital signs, and updated records through patient interviews to enhance care accuracy.
- Responded to patient inquiries, assessed needs, conferred with physician on care plans, and assisted with sensitive examinations to support patient comfort and care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Christus Spohn South
Corpus Christi, Texas
01.2004 - 08.2005
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to medical-surgical patients, conducting assessments, administering treatments and medications, and documenting care accurately.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, enhancing patient flow and continuity of care.
- Organized and prioritized workloads based on urgency levels, ensuring timely completion of critical assignments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Victoria College
Victoria, TX12-2003
High School Diploma -
Ganado High School
Ganado, TX05-1999
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Post-operative care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- ACLS, PALS, and BLS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Surgery Center
10.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
South Texas Surgical Hospital
01.2011 - 09.2017
Registered Nurse, PACU
Christus Spohn South
06.2006 - 01.2011
Office Registered Nurse
Surgical Associates
08.2005 - 06.2006
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Christus Spohn South
01.2004 - 08.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Victoria College
High School Diploma -
Ganado High School