Kristina Clermont
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Experienced charge nurse with a strong background in patient management and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated success in administering critical interventions and mentoring new staff, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in patient care. Demonstration of expertise in team leadership managing critical patient care and large patient flow environments. Committed to leading my unit and teams with effective communication, conflict resolution, and critical decision maintaining professionalism and accountability.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lee Health
Fort Myers, FL
10.2016 - Current
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to protocols and improving patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance communication and streamline workflows in patient management.
- Administered critical interventions in high-acuity environments, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, fostering understanding and compliance with healthcare recommendations.
- Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and enhancing team cohesion.
- Developed strategies for managing patient caseloads effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation and care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lee Health
Fort Myers
2006 - 2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained clean and safe patient environments in compliance with health regulations.
- Supported nursing team in implementing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckenridge School of Nursing-ITT
Fort Myers, FL2014
Skills
- 10 years of experience as Charge Nurse in Progressive/Intermediate Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Team coordination
- Acute care expertise
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team in the development of Charge Nurse Focus Group: Charge Nurse Position in Lee Health.
Certification
- Basic Life Support-BLS (May 2026-2028)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support -ACLS (2026-2028)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lee Health
10.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lee Health
2006 - 2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckenridge School of Nursing-ITT