Kristina Ellis
Livonia,MI
Summary
Skilled and compassionate nurse with current Michigan licensure and over three years experience working on a large medical-surgical unit specializing in the care of patient undergoing general, urological, bariatric, and colorectal surgery. Organized, hard-working, and dedicated to delivering quality patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Corewell Health William Beaumont Hospital
Royal Oak, Michigan
01.2022 - Current
- Perform thorough physical assessments and communicate abnormal findings or patient status changes appropriately.
- Safely administer medications and ordered treatments and monitor patient reponses.
- Place IV catheters, indwelling urinary catheters
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, and other healthcare providers.
- Provide post-operative care and education.
- Educate patients and families on health management.
- Utilize critical thinking skills in the delivery and prioritization of patient care.
- Facilitate discharge planning by collaborating with social workers or case managers.
- Manage staffing and patient flow as charge nurse.
- Adhere to ethical standards of practice while providing compassionate care.
- Precept new graduate nurses and provide unit orientation to new hires.
Nurse Technician
Corewell Health William Beaumont Hospital
Royal Oak, Michigan
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Monitored vital signs, intake and output measurements, and observed patient's physical condition relaying abnormalities and status changes to the assigned nurse.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living including oral care, bathing, shaving, meal set up and feeding assistance. Prepared patients for surgery including pre-operative cleansing.
- Assisted patients with mobility, turning and repositioning in bed, chair/wheelchair transfers, and ambulation. Utilized mobility equipment and lift devices.
- Performed blood glucose checks, bladder scans, indwelling urinary catheter and IV catheter removals. Under direct supervision of a registered nurse, performed IV catheter insertions and straight catheterizations.
- Provided supportive management for enteral tubes, ostomies, and surgical drains.
- Collected lab specimens for lab testing.
- Documented care delivery accurately in the electronic health record.
- Answered call lights promptly to respond to patient needs in a timely manner.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the unit to promote patient safety and improve satisfaction.
Visual Merchandising Manager/Operations Manager
Buckle
Novi, MI
01.2017 - 07.2019
- Implemented corporate visual standards and aligned visual merchandising strategies with company messages, target audience, and marketing goals.
- Organized store layout, fixtures, and product placement to maximize accessibility and enhance visual appeal, promoting customer engagement and driving sales.
- Assisted in the development of product placement plans for all departments within the store.
- Collaborated with store, regional, and district management to establish new, on-trend displays and floor plans.
- Created window and in-store displays to promote new product launches and store promotions and developed creative campaigns focused on selling older inventory.
- Ensured all signage was up-to-date and accurately reflected current promotions.
- Managed daily operations and workflow of retail environment, maintaining a high level of organization and cleanliness throughout the store.
- Assessed inventory levels and restocked items as needed to maintain attractive displays.
- Implemented inventory control measures to maintain stock accuracy.
- Trained and mentored staff on visual merchandising standards and best practices.
Freight Manager
Buckle
Novi, MI
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Processed all inbound and outbound freight.
- Created organizational systems to improve efficiency of merchandise movement and aid in loss prevention.
- Managed guest special order and layaway programs and resolved customer service issues related to deliveries, invoices, and product quality concerns.
- Assisted product placement and rotation.
- Awarded "Teammate of the 'Back to School Season'" for outstanding performance during the months of July-September 2015.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakland University
Rochester, MI12-2021
Bachelor's - Biology
University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI04.2018
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Communication/Interpersonal Skills
- Time Management
- Leadership Experience
- Organizational Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Loss Prevention/Resource Utilization
- Computer Literacy
- EMR Systems/Clinical Documentation
- Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Care Planning
- Education
- Clinical Skills (IV, Indewelling Catheter, NG Tube Insertion)
- Professionalism
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - July 2020 to July 2022 - Completed certification in the provision of Basic Life Support (CPR and AED Program) through the American Heart Association.
- Mental Health First Aid - December 2020 - Completed certification in provision of Adult Mental Health First Aid from the National Council for Behavioral Health.
- Licensed Registered Nurse - License Number 4704384748 Valid Through February 2026 issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Board of Nursing in the State of Michigan.
Affiliations
- Inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau Honors Society of Nursing in April 2021 on recognition of superior academic achievement, demonstration of leadership skills, and dedication to the nursing profession.
- 5-time Daisy Award Nominee
- Acting unit representative on the Magnet Council and attendee of the ANCC Magnet Conference in 2024.
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
- Maya Vulaj (Manager 7NE Surgical) - maya.vulaj@corewellhealth.org / 248-898-7600
- Laurie Roberts - 734-223-0112
Timeline
Clinical Nurse
Corewell Health William Beaumont Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Nurse Technician
Corewell Health William Beaumont Hospital
08.2021 - 01.2022
Visual Merchandising Manager/Operations Manager
Buckle
01.2017 - 07.2019
Freight Manager
Buckle
05.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakland University
Bachelor's - Biology
University of Michigan Ann Arbor
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