Kristin Shelder
Williamsburg
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in post-anesthesia care. Proven skills in patient monitoring, medication administration, and infection control. Committed to enhancing patient recovery through education and collaborative care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Copper Ridge Surgery Center
Traverse City
09.2021 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs in recovery post-anesthesia.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transitions.
- Documented patient progress and care procedures accurately in records.
- Responded promptly to changes in patient conditions during recovery.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
- Helped patients regain independence with clear recovery goals and guidance.
- Assisted in preoperative assessments and patient education for surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient vitals during surgery and reported changes to the surgical team.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure optimal patient care.
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions
Omaha
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Monitored patients' vital signs and neurological status in intensive care.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders in diverse healthcare settings.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment for patient monitoring and support.
- Assisted in conducting neurological assessments and diagnostic tests.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated families on patient conditions and care procedures.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent needs of critically ill patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05-2011
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Copper Ridge Surgery Center
09.2021 - Current
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University