Kristin Hessinger
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Manatee Memorial Hospital
2020.12 - Current
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients on a 24 bed medical-surgical/observation unit, caring for up to 6 patients per shift
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
- Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
- Coordinating and performing patient admissions, transfers, and discharged as a charge nurse
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during rounds, providing input and advocating for patient needs.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
Registered Nurse
Freedom Village At Bradenton
2020.04 - 2020.12
- Responsible for 25 residents care within a long term care unit
- Preform nursing duties during the night shift such as medication administration, completing treatments, chart checks, filing, reordering medications
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Freedom Village At Bradenton
2015.08 - 2020.04
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Freedom Village At Bradenton
2010.04 - 2015.09
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ09.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Jersey College
Tampa, FL11.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Manatee Technical College
Bradenton, FL12.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Manatee Technical College
Bradenton, FL03.2010
Skills
- Compassionate and Patient
- Staff Education
- Cardiac monitors
- Patient Care Assessment
- Team Leadership
- Unit Administration
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Advocacy
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Manatee Memorial Hospital
2020.12 - Current
Registered Nurse
Freedom Village At Bradenton
2020.04 - 2020.12
Licensed Practical Nurse
Freedom Village At Bradenton
2015.08 - 2020.04
Certified Nursing Assistant
Freedom Village At Bradenton
2010.04 - 2015.09
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Jersey College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Manatee Technical College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Manatee Technical College
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
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