Kristin Renee Reid
Registered Nurse
Saluda,Virginia
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 15 years of experience in various practice settings. Has received multiple championships of caring nominations, and Daisy award nominees to include winner of team Daisy 2025. Develops trusting relationships with physicians and fellow employees. Strong ability to identify the needs of the patient and focus on the investigation of the physical and psychosocial development. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specials Department Infusion Center
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
Gloucester
09.2024 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients with various conditions.
- Monitored patient vital signs during and after infusion therapy sessions.
- Educated patients on infusion procedures and potential side effects of treatments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records and infusion protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control practices in the clinic.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Contributed expertise in developing protocols related to safe delivery of infusion therapy services.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations that occurred during an infusion procedure.
- Conducted regular assessments on patients receiving infusions to ensure safety standards were met.
- Performed venipuncture procedures when necessary for accessing central lines or port catheters.
- Coordinated with pharmacies for compounding medications specific to individual needs of patients requiring infusions.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments and adjusted medication dosages accordingly.
- Provided patient education on the use of IV therapy and potential side effects.
- Utilized different items and methods, including gentle music and soft lighting in infusion room to promote kinder, less stressful atmosphere for patients
- Assisted in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used during infusions.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
ICU Nurse
Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg
Williamsburg
10.2021 - 09.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on care plans and health management strategies.
- Assisted in emergency procedures and provided critical support during crises.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and infection control standards.
- Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines when caring for critically ill patients.
- Initiated resuscitation measures when necessary following cardiac arrest or respiratory failure events.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any changes in patient condition or treatment plan.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in the ICU.
- Successfully managed multiple tasks while maintaining focus on providing safe, high-quality patient care.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Analyzed laboratory results and other diagnostic tests in order to develop an appropriate plan of care for individual patients.
- Identified potential safety risks in the ICU environment and took appropriate action to mitigate those risks.
Staff nurse/Chart nurse
Riverside Doctor’s Hospital Med/Surg
Williamsburg
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Worked with patients of all different ages with various illnesses and needs acute and chronic.
- Aiding in the recovery of post-surgical patients during their extended hospital stay.
- Bedside procedures such as: suture removal, staple removal, tracheostomy care, wound care, education, medication administration, patient advocate.
- While employed obtained CMSRN certification.
- Administered patient medications and monitored vital signs for surgical recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and health management.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate health records consistently.
- Assisted in wound care, dressing changes, and infection prevention protocols.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical staff effectively.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies and standard procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care standards.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
Head Nurse
Courthouse Family Medicine
Gloucester
05.2016 - 12.2019
- overseeing nurses and in direct patient care.
- Health promotion and preventative medicine focused.
- Teaching and educating patient’s on medical conditions and health maintenance.
- Head of Chronic Care Management Program with 550 patients.
- Head of Medicare Wellness Program.
- Fluent in all office procedures.
- Capable of maintaining treatment room to include sterilization of surgical tools, and running, and servicing the autoclave.
- Led nursing team to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, patients and families regarding treatments plans or medical information.
- Coordinated patient schedules and managed daily operations effectively.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss procedures and updates.
- Oversaw inventory management for medical supplies and equipment.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies.
- Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
- Oversaw delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops related to new technology or best practices in healthcare.
- Resolved conflicts between nursing staff members and provided coaching and counseling when appropriate.
- Assigned tasks and monitored progress of daily operations within the nursing unit.
- Managed the budget of the department including approving expenditures, conducting cost analysis projects.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
- Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
Nephrology Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Worked with ESRD patients in an outpatient clinic setting delivering hemodialysis treatments.
- Providing preventative wellness care and preventative assessments, developing, maintaining and delivering nursing care plans, planning and providing preventative vaccinations.
- Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Educated patients on kidney disease management and treatment options during consultations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Maintained equipment cleanliness and functionality to ensure safe treatment environments.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families facing chronic kidney challenges.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and plan further course of treatment.
- Documented and discussed patients' symptoms to aid in accurate diagnoses.
- Assessed patient's condition by gathering pertinent information from medical records, interviews, physical examinations and laboratory results.
- Actively participated in research studies related to Nephrology Nursing practice improvements.
- Monitored vital signs during dialysis treatments and adjusted settings as needed.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards pertaining to the provision of nephrology services.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians to treat kidney related conditions.
- Performed dialysis treatments for patients with acute or chronic renal failure.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Medical/ Surgical Nurse
Riverside Regional Medical Center
10.2010 - 10.2014
- Worked with patients of all different ages with various illnesses and needs acute and chronic.
- Aiding in the recovery of post-surgical patients during their extended hospital stay.
- Bedside procedures such as: suture removal, staple removal, tracheostomy care, wound care, education, medication administration, patient advocate.
- While employed began working on clinical ladder and obtained CMSRN certification.
Education
Bachelors of Science and Nursing -
Walden University Nursing School
Diploma of Professional Nursing -
Riverside School of Professional Nursing
Newport News, VASkills
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient education
- Care plan development
- Venipuncture procedures
- Emergency response
- Infection control standards
- Team collaboration
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Compassionate care
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Virginia Registered Nurse, 0001227198
- BLS for healthcare providers
- ACLS certified
- CMSRN
- AHA Learn: Rhythm Adult Online Course for Telemetry
- Preceptor class certification
Closing Statement
In review of your company's objectives and vacancy information, I believe that my experience would make me a perfect candidate for your position. I am a very dependable, results oriented professional with an excellent performance record. I look forward to hearing from you and would be very interested in meeting with you to further discuss my qualifications.
Professional Affiliation
Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, Current Member
Timeline
Specials Department Infusion Center
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
09.2024 - Current
ICU Nurse
Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg
10.2021 - 09.2024
Staff nurse/Chart nurse
Riverside Doctor’s Hospital Med/Surg
12.2019 - 10.2021
Head Nurse
Courthouse Family Medicine
05.2016 - 12.2019
Nephrology Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
10.2014 - 05.2016
Medical/ Surgical Nurse
Riverside Regional Medical Center
10.2010 - 10.2014
Bachelors of Science and Nursing -
Walden University Nursing School
Diploma of Professional Nursing -
Riverside School of Professional Nursing