Kristin Bailey Agar
Opelika,AL
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with proven clinical leadership at Piedmont Columbus Regional, excelling in care coordination and decision-making. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and mentorship, while optimizing safety protocols. Recognized for improving patient outcomes by utilizing strong assessment skills and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Piedmont Columbus Regional
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Travel Nurse
Northside Hospital Cherokee
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Maintained excellent time management skills during periods of high patient turnover while consistently delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.
- Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients'' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to meet patients'' specific needs.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, enabling them to provide more informed support for their loved ones during recovery periods.
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Columbus Regional
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA12-2019
Skills
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
Certification
- Registered Nurse: Alabama Multistate License License
- Basic Life Support Certification, American Red Cross
- Advanced Life Support License - American Red Cross
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
- Preceptor Development Training
- Nurse Residency Program Training - 12 month
- Epic Training
- Cerner Training
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Piedmont Columbus Regional
08.2022 - Current
Travel Nurse
Northside Hospital Cherokee
01.2022 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Columbus Regional
02.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Georgia
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