Kristin Pointon
Winnemucca,NV
Summary
Empathetic Family Nurse Practitioner Student passionate about developing foundational skills and knowledge for future clinical practice through rotations. Flexible, quick learner who adapts quickly to changes while enjoying challenges and hands-on experience. Self-motivated, reliable, and compassionate with the desire to learn and provide optimal care. Seeking clinical preceptor(s) for Summer and Fall 2024 semesters.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Practitioner
Humboldt General Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Clinical Hours Completed: 190+ hours.
- Works well with assigned Clinical Preceptor and improved my practice of the Family Primary Care Nurse Practitioner professional role.
- Placed emphasis on diverse clinical experiences that build upon knowledge gained in the FNP Program.
- Clinical experiences include working with Medical Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and Doctors with a focus on primary care and cardiology.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
- Supported efficient operations during clinical rotations by completing assigned tasks promptly while adhering to established guidelines.
- Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
Registered Nurse
Humboldt General Hospital
01.2019 - Current
- Previous Charge Nurse, employed January 2019 to March 2022 and rehired August 2023.
- Currently working per diem collaborating with department new hires to provide education and foster a solid knowledge base to enhance patient care and safety in the operating room.
- Managed daily surgical department workflow, staffing, and room assignments in collaboration with operating room supervisor, anesthesia providers, and surgeons. Provided timely room availability for add-on and emergent cases when possible.
- Built a high-performance team culture. Coached and developed employees, providing timely feedback, conveying expectations, and supporting development.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure highest safety and surgical standards for each patient.
- Precepted new nurses in the perioperative area, including new graduates. Fostered a learning environment and encouraged growth. Promoted questions and hands on learning to create confidence in each team member. Precepted five nurses in the last two years. Certified Periop 101 preceptor and taught to AORN standards.
- Handled day-to-day issues among staff, providers, and patients with professionalism and respect. Able to quickly diffuse difficult situations while maintaining best practices for patient safety.
- Assisted with policy review to ensure meeting regulatory standards and complying with all state and federal regulations.
Circulating Nurse
Aya Healthcare & Medical Solutions
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Gained valuable experience as a travel nurse in more extensive, level II trauma facilities to gain valuable experience in various specialties and expand knowledge of current practices.
- Saint Charles Medical Center, Bend, Oregon – February 2023 to July 2023 - Charge nurse overseeing team for trauma and add-on cases at Level II trauma facility with 16 operating rooms. Responsible for managing operating rooms, delegating tasks, handling requests, and safely and efficiently preparing surgical teams for emergent trauma cases. Gained valuable experience in neurology, spine, and organ procurement.
- Renown South Medicals Medical Center, Reno, Nevada – July 2022 to January 2023 - Specialized in general, orthopedics, gynecology, urology, pain management, and robotic surgeries. On-call for general and orthopedic trauma for Level II trauma facility with 6 operating rooms.
- Saint Joseph's Regional Medical Center, Lewiston, Idaho – March 2022 to June 2022 - Specialized in general, orthopedics, robotics, neurosurgery, spine, gynecology, and plastic surgeries. On-call for general, orthopedic, and neurology trauma for Level II trauma facility and 7 operating rooms.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Great Basin College
Elko, NV05.2018
Skills
- Physician Collaboration
- Patient Evaluation
- Patient Care
- Care Plan Management
- Punctual and Reliable
- Compassionate Communication
- Patient Support
Certification
- Registered Nurse for the State of Nevada : License number 810625
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - Expires February 2026
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Expires February 2026
- AORN Preceptor
Preceptor Requirements
- University of Cincinnati requires preceptors to be NPs, MDs, or DOs.
- Preceptor must complete a minimum of 60 hours.
- Seeking family practice experience, specifically in pediatrics and women's health.
- Use of eMedley platform for preceptor and student.
Timeline
Student Nurse Practitioner
Humboldt General Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Circulating Nurse
Aya Healthcare & Medical Solutions
03.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Humboldt General Hospital
01.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Great Basin College
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