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Kristin McKay BSN, RN
Menifee,CA
Summary
Driven Aesthetic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Iconic Skin Clinic, enhancing patient care through advanced injection techniques and exceptional team collaboration. Skilled in medical-grade skincare and known for improving patient satisfaction and retention. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and excellent communication, contributing to a notable increase in clinic reputation and patient outcomes.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Iconic Skin Clinic
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
02.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Evaluate and Treat Approximately 15-20 patients daily
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans for patients with various skin concerns.
- Enhanced clinic reputation for quality care by performing various aesthetic procedures, including chemical peels, laser treatments, and injectables.
- Implemented patient education initiatives, such as informational brochures or workshops, to foster a comprehensive understanding of available treatment options.
- Enhanced clinic''s online presence by providing valuable skincare tips and information through written content contributions for the website and social media.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on aesthetic procedures, ensuring consistent quality of care across the team.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing personalized skincare consultations and recommending tailored treatment plans.
- Increased patient retention through exceptional customer service and follow-up care after treatments.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
Wound Care Nurse
07.2015 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and understanding throughout their treatment journey.
- Provided comprehensive patient care by assisting with wound care procedures and other adjunct therapies in conjunction with hyperbaric treatments.
- Enhanced treatment efficacy by maintaining accurate records of patients'' progress throughout the course of hyperbaric therapy.
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
Postpartum Registered Nurse
04.2012 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
- Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and resources to new mothers.
- Administered medications accurately and safely according to physician orders throughout the postpartum period.
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
04.2010 - 07.2012
Job overview
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
CHOC Children's Hospital
Pediatric Registered Nurse
08.2008 - 04.2010
Job overview
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Conducted neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Assisted physicians during complex bedside procedures such as lumbar punctures or central line insertions, ensuring successful outcomes and minimal discomfort for patients.
Education
Western Governors UniversitySalt Lake City, UT
Bachelors of Science in Nursing
12.2015
Cypress CollegeCypress, CA
Associate Degree in Nursing
05.2008
Skills
- RF Microneedling/Skin Pen Microneedling
- IPL/BBL Laser Treatment
- Skin rejuvenation expertise
- Chemical peel administration
- Dermal Filler and Neurotoxin Advanced injection techniques
- Medical-grade skincare
- Platelet-rich plasma therapy
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Iconic Skin Clinic Immersion Training Program
- 1:1 Trainings for full face rejuvination injections with Allergan and Galderma Expert trainers
- Allergan Accelerate Training 2023
- Allergan Elevate Training 2023
Janell Ocampo NP, Vanessa Lee RN, Sophia Kim NP, Dr.
Yoelin, and Nicola Lowrey PA-C
Certification
- ZO Specialist Certification
- ZO Expert Certification
- Crown Inspire Skin Pen Certification
- VI and Cosmelan Chemical Peels Certification
Timeline
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Iconic Skin Clinic
02.2022 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
07.2015 - 03.2023
Postpartum Registered Nurse
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
04.2012 - 07.2015
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center
04.2010 - 07.2012
Pediatric Registered Nurse
CHOC Children's Hospital
08.2008 - 04.2010
Western Governors University
Bachelors of Science in Nursing
Cypress College
Associate Degree in Nursing
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