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Kristine Rice

Rochester,WA

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Alliance Nursing, recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Proficient in medication administration and discharge planning, I excel in team coordination and patient education, consistently achieving improved health outcomes and fostering trust with patients and families.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

Alliance Nursing
10.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
  • Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.

RN

AMN Healthcare
02.2020 - 06.2023

Travel nursing

  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.

RN

Providence St Peters
11.2002 - 09.2019

Staff and charge nurse

  • Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA
12.1992

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Team coordination
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Medication administration

Timeline

RN

Alliance Nursing
10.2022 - Current

RN

AMN Healthcare
02.2020 - 06.2023

RN

Providence St Peters
11.2002 - 09.2019

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Tacoma Community College
Kristine Rice