KRISTOPHER CHARLES
Hensley,AR
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with strong expertise in Medical-Surgical Unit. Skilled in patient care, wound management, medication administration, and post-operative monitoring. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, known for effective communication and critical thinking abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Arkansas Medical Center Little Rock Arkansas
Little Rock, AR
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Assistant Clinical Service Manager
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Tracked patient satisfaction scores through survey feedback results.
- Reviewed patient charts and medical records to assess quality of care provided by physicians and other healthcare providers
- Provided leadership during times of crisis or emergency situations within the facility
- Provided direct supervision of clinical staff, including coaching, mentoring and performance evaluations
- Conducted recruitment, hiring, and training of personnel.
- Conducted regular meetings with clinical staff to review processes, identify areas for improvement and develop solutions.
Travel RN
Cross Country Healthcare
Little Rock, AR
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses.
- Informed physician of patient's condition during procedures.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs.
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Nashville, TN
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within assigned units
- Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress
- Inspected wounds, changed dressings, and monitored patients' overall wellbeing
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings.
Registered Nurse
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Provided customized patient and family education to foster continuum of care
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
Clinical Care Assistant
University Arkansas Medical Center Little Rock Arkansas
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted with range of motion exercises to prevent joint contractures or muscle atrophy due to immobility
- Provided information, such as directions, visiting hours, and patient status information to visitors and callers
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms and examination rooms.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while interacting effectively with patients, families and healthcare team members.
Education
BSN - Nursing
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR05.2018
Associate In Science (A.S.) -
Pulaski Technical College
Little Rock, AR05.2015
Skills
- Med Surg/Telemetry Nursing
- Orthopedic/ENT Nursing
- Unit Leadership (Charge RN)
- Direct Patient Care
- Employee Issue Resolution
- Medication Administration
- EPIC/Cerner Charting and Clinical Documentation
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Recipient 2019
Good Catch Award Recipient
Above and Beyond Award Recipent
Magnet Ambassador for UAMS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Arkansas Medical Center Little Rock Arkansas
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Clinical Service Manager
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences
08.2022 - 08.2023
Travel RN
Cross Country Healthcare
03.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
10.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences
08.2018 - 10.2021
Clinical Care Assistant
University Arkansas Medical Center Little Rock Arkansas
01.2017 - 01.2018
Associate In Science (A.S.) -
Pulaski Technical College
BSN - Nursing
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences