Kristin Minor
Prosper
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 10 years of extensive expertise in NICU and surgical care, demonstrating leadership and innovation in policy revision and nurse training. Skilled in airway management, wound care, and lactation support, with a proven track record of elevating team performance and enhancing patient care. Passionate about pioneering new approaches in nursing, aiming to drive continuous improvement and positive outcomes in patient care practices.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Level VI NICU Charge RN
Medical City Plano
02.2015 - Current
- Level III trained RN since 2/2015 and officially Level VI since 2023
- Completed internship after graduation at Medical City Plano
- Completed preceptor training in 2021
- Serve as preceptor for new RNs, fostering team growth. Member of palliative care team, providing crucial support for families and colleagues.
- Consistently perform above expectations at Medical City Plano. Expertly manage all levels of deliveries, hypothermia patients, and surgical care, driving positive outcomes.
- Trained to care for surgical patients prior to, during, and post procedure
- Level VI RN specialising in NICU care. Expertly manage micro-preemie admissions, complex care, and family education. Serve as preceptor, elevating team performance.
- Provide comprehensive family education, specialising in discharge preparation and lactation support. Strong resource for nurses and families, enhancing patient care experience.
- Proficient in Meditech and CPN software
- Obtains blood samples and urine samples for laboratory analysis
- Proficient in sterile procedures including maintaining central lines and assisting in placement
- Trained to work in newborn nursery as well as NICU
- Maintains airway in all patients
- Championed skin care initiatives as NICU Skin Champion. Developed expertise in wound care, ostomy management, and advanced skin treatments.
Head STORK Nurse
Medical City Plano
01.2024 - Current
- Lead STORK nursing team, chair UPC and PC06 committees, revise critical policies, and spearhead comprehensive training programmes for new nurses.
- Pioneer new approaches in STORK nursing, driving policy revisions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in nurse training and patient care.
HUC and Nurse Extern
Medical City Plano
07.2012 - 02.2015
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness within the facility.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Improved team communication, ensuring all members were informed of patient needs and care plans.
- Assisted OB physicians with vaginal deliveries and c-sections as OB scrub.
- Obtained IV access and drew labs per supervisor request.
Veterinary Technician
Animal Medical and Surgical Hospital of Frisco
03.2010 - 01.2011
- Working one-on-one with a doctor to diagnose and treat emergency cases.
- Recording and maintaining controlled drug usage.
- Calculating and administering controlled drugs to surgical patients.
- Running lab work, maintenancing lab machines including IDEXX Lasercyte, Catalyst DX, Snapshot DX, UA Analyzer, VetTest, and VetLyte machines.
- Taking digital x-rays, including maintaining the IDEXX digital radiography equipment.
- Specialized in ear crop procedures and maintenance.
- Educated owners on product and better patient health.
- Compassionate about patient care and well being.
Veterinary Technician
Animal Hospital Of Frisco
09.2008 - 03.2010
- Assisted in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases.
- Monitored patients while under anesthesia.
- Managed patient care while boarding or hospitalized.
- Obtained sample collection, ran blood machines, urinalysis, cytology.
- Educated owners on medical treatment, maintenance, and prevention of disease.
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Specialists of North Texas
01.2007 - 10.2007
- Used time management skills to effectively and efficiently organize weekly treatment schedule for an average of 50 patients and their owners.
- Assisted doctors in ascertaining problems and developing appropriate treatment plans.
- Responsible for operations of clinic after hours with no direct supervision.
- Developed a family-like connection to my patients and their owners so that owners would feel comfortable leaving their ‘babies’ with me at the clinic.
Relief Veteriary Technician
RSVP & ACT
10.2006 - 01.2008
- Provided on-call technician relief, as required, for clinics in the Dall
Emergency Veterinary Technician
North Texas Emergency Pet Clinic
09.2005 - 04.2006
- Provided critical care support in an emergency care clinic which served virtually all of North Texas.
- Continued educational advancement by attaining certification as a Certified Veterinary Assistant.
Veterinary Technician
Cobb Emergency Veterinary Clinic
09.2004 - 08.2005
- Progressed from an assistant to a full technician in an emergency environment.
- Assisted staff with implementation of prescribed treatment plans
Veterinary Assistant
California Veterinary Specialists
03.2004 - 08.2004
- Advanced from kennel assistant to assistant technician, specializing in animal oncology.
- Developed skills as a customer service representative using empathy and understanding.
- Became proficient with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and various veterinary databases
Veterinary Technician
Mission Animal Hospital
05.2004 - 08.2004
- Learned and applied the skills required to advance from and assistant technician to a full technician.
Education
MSN - Nurse Educator
Texas Woman's University
Denton, Tx12.2019
ADN - undefined
Collin College
McKinney, Tx12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The University of Texas at Dallas
Dallas, Tx12.2007
Architecture - undefined
The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Tx12.2005
Architecture - undefined
Southern Polytechnic State University
Marietta, Ga12.2005
Architecture - undefined
Palomar Community College
San Marcos, Ca12.2005
Skills
- NICU Preceptor
- Lactation
- Meditech
- CPN
- Sterile procedures
- Airway management
- Wound care
- Ostomy care
- Skin care
- Policy revision
- Leadership
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
Timeline
Head STORK Nurse
Medical City Plano
01.2024 - Current
Level VI NICU Charge RN
Medical City Plano
02.2015 - Current
HUC and Nurse Extern
Medical City Plano
07.2012 - 02.2015
Veterinary Technician
Animal Medical and Surgical Hospital of Frisco
03.2010 - 01.2011
Veterinary Technician
Animal Hospital Of Frisco
09.2008 - 03.2010
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Specialists of North Texas
01.2007 - 10.2007
Relief Veteriary Technician
RSVP & ACT
10.2006 - 01.2008
Emergency Veterinary Technician
North Texas Emergency Pet Clinic
09.2005 - 04.2006
Veterinary Technician
Cobb Emergency Veterinary Clinic
09.2004 - 08.2005
Veterinary Technician
Mission Animal Hospital
05.2004 - 08.2004
Veterinary Assistant
California Veterinary Specialists
03.2004 - 08.2004
ADN - undefined
Collin College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The University of Texas at Dallas
Architecture - undefined
The University of Texas at Arlington
Architecture - undefined
Southern Polytechnic State University
Architecture - undefined
Palomar Community College
MSN - Nurse Educator
Texas Woman's University
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