Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Kristin Travis

Massac Memorial Hospital
Belknap,IL
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience

Dynamic Registered Nurse with multiple years of experience in critical care / emergency settings. Proven skills in teamwork, patient education, and crisis management. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective care and staff mentorship.

Work History

Registered Nurse

10 Years 3 Months
Massac Memorial Hospital | 05.2016 - Current
  • Medical Surgical LPN 2016, RN 2017-2021
  • Emergency Room RN 2021-Current
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes in condition and communicating with healthcare teams.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans, ensuring alignment with patient needs and goals.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment plans.
  • Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and hospital policies to ensure quality care delivery.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.

Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse

1 Year 10 Months
Lourdes Mercy Health | 05.2019 - 03.2021
  • CCU charge nurse and ICU RN
  • Assessed patient conditions and documented changes in electronic health records for accurate information sharing.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Registered Nurse- Case Manager

1 Year
Southern Seven Health Dept | 05.2018 - 05.2019
  • Assisted with APOR infants to promote optimal growth and development.
  • Coordinated patient care plans to optimize health outcomes and resource utilization.
  • Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations and clinical assessments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment strategies.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive care practices.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Chamberlain University | 05.2020

Presidential Honor Graduate

Associate Degree in Nursing

Shawnee Community College | Ullin, IL | 06.2017

Honor student

College Ambassador

High School Diploma

Massac County High School | Metropolis, IL | 05.2014

Honor student

HOSA National Candidate

FFA Section 25 Officer

Skills

Teamwork
Direct Patient Care
IV Administration
Critical Thinking Skills
Preceptor for New Hires

Certification

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Timeline

Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse

Lourdes Mercy Health
05.2019 - 03.2021Read More

Registered Nurse- Case Manager

Southern Seven Health Dept
05.2018 - 05.2019Read More

Registered Nurse

Massac Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - CurrentRead More

Chamberlain University

Bachelor of Nursing
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Shawnee Community College

Associate Degree in Nursing
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Massac County High School

High School Diploma
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Kristin Travis