Kristin Reedy, NP-C
Anderson,IN
Summary
Compassionate Nurse Practitioner with background in acute care, chronic disease management, and preventative health services. Strengths include critical thinking, effective communication with patients and healthcare teams, along with high-quality patient-centered care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Hancock Regional Hospital/Hancock Physician Group
Greenfield, IN
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the development of individualized wound care plans for patients.
- Evaluated wounds, monitored healing progress and documented changes in patient's condition.
- Provided education to patients and families on proper wound care techniques.
- Performed debridement procedures to remove devitalized tissue from wounds.
- Administered intravenous antibiotics, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, vacuum-assisted closure therapy, laser treatments and other advanced modalities of wound care.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients' skin integrity and reported any abnormalities to physicians or nurses.
- Initiated referrals to physical therapists, occupational therapists and other specialists when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Ordered laboratory tests as necessary for diagnosis of infection or other conditions affecting the healing process.
- Obtained relevant medical history information from patients prior to providing treatment services.
- Interacted with vendors to obtain new products or supplies needed for wound care management.
- Coordinated follow-up visits with patients after discharge from hospital or clinic setting.
- Consulted with surgeons regarding complex cases involving difficult-to-heal wounds.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
Nursing Faculty
Fortis College
Indianapolis, IN
08.2021 - Current
- Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning
- Strived to continuously update course strategies and content based on current trends and technological advancements in healthcare
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities
- Prepared training materials and instructional strategies to track student progress, accurately report skills, and conduct competency assessments
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning
- Monitored each student’s progress and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements
- Maintained student attendance records and grades using Canvas and ExamSoft
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills
Part-time Clinical Nursing Instructor
Ball State University
Muncie, IN
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities
- Prepared training materials and instructional strategies to track student progress, accurately report skills, and conduct competency assessments
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical experiences
Primary care NP
Mobile NP
McCordsville, IN
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Educated patients on the use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters
- Encouraged health-promoting behaviors to improve patient health and reverse disease, including diet, exercise, pain management alternatives, and smoking cessation
- Educated patients and answered questions about a health condition, prognosis, and treatment
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications, IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information, and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with a multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
Nurse Practitioner Trauma Surgery
Ascension
Indianapolis, IN
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers, and social workers
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated a variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support the health and comfort of patients
- Supported patients in maintaining a prescribed regimen of care
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans
- Performed patient physicals and compared results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment
- Adhered to hospital procedures, policies, and protocols to support patient safety
- Advised caregivers and family members in providing emotional and psychological care to support patient needs
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Community Health Network/Jane Pauley Community Health Center
Indianapolis, IN
05.2016 - 12.2018
- Providing management of chronic medical conditions in the office setting
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on the primary health care team
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records
- Adhered to all hospital procedures, policies, and protocols to support patient safety
- Listened to patient concerns and detailed alternative therapies, including yoga and meditation for the treatment of migraines
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members, and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Riverview Hospital
Noblesville, IN
04.2013 - 04.2016
- Prepared, administered, and documented medications, including pills, injections, and intravenous infusions on physician orders
- Supported patients and family members with a confident, soothing approach as they handled medical crises
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health conditions, prognosis, and treatment
- Assessed vital signs, collected detailed patient history, and noted other signs of patient health to make rapid, informed decisions regarding the next steps in patient care
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Followed facility policies, OSHA safety rules, and HIPAA regulations to maintain legal compliance
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis and treatment
- Explained discharge instructions and arranged or confirmed transportation for patients not admitted to the hospital
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Riverview Hospital
Noblesville, IN
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Prepared, administered, and documented medications, including pills, injections, and intravenous infusions on physician orders
- Supported patients and family members with a confident, soothing approach as they handled medical crises
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads
- Educated patients and answered questions about health conditions, prognosis, and treatment
- Assessed vital signs, collected detailed patient history, and noted other signs of patient health to make rapid, informed decisions regarding the next steps in patient care
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Followed facility policies, OSHA safety rules, and HIPAA regulations to maintain legal compliance
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis and treatment
- Explained discharge instructions and arranged or confirmed transportation for patients not admitted to the hospital
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings
Education
MSN - Adult Nurse Practitioner Program
Ball State University
Muncie, IN07.2015
BSN - Nursing
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.1997
Skills
- Care delivery coordination
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Differential diagnosis
- Diabetes and nutrition treatments
- Vascular care
- STD care and counseling
- Patient-centered care
- Lab result evaluation
- Prescribing medications
Certification
- Licensed RN Indiana, 10/31/23-10/31/25
- Current AHA BLS Certification
- Current ACLS Certification
- Current DEA and Indiana Prescriptive Authority/CSR
- National NP certification from AANP
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Hancock Regional Hospital/Hancock Physician Group
03.2024 - Current
Nursing Faculty
Fortis College
08.2021 - Current
Part-time Clinical Nursing Instructor
Ball State University
01.2021 - 05.2021
Primary care NP
Mobile NP
08.2020 - 12.2020
Nurse Practitioner Trauma Surgery
Ascension
12.2018 - 06.2020
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Community Health Network/Jane Pauley Community Health Center
05.2016 - 12.2018
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Riverview Hospital
04.2013 - 04.2016
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Riverview Hospital
08.2008 - 01.2011
MSN - Adult Nurse Practitioner Program
Ball State University
BSN - Nursing
Ball State University
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