Kristopher Mathewson
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in Medical Surgical (5 years) and Trauma/ICU (4 years) units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. Knowledgeable Nurse Manager with excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities demonstrated across 10-year career history. Keeps units running at peak efficiency, quality and performance. Excellent communication and coordination skills. Dedicated nursing leader with excellent unit management skills. Proficient in quality, cost and care standards focused on maximizing resources and patient satisfaction. Registered Nurse in state of TX.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
Northwest Texas Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive discharge planning and thorough patient education.
- Established strong relationships with patients'' families, providing support and education throughout the treatment process.
- Championed continuous learning among staff members, organizing regular educational workshops and seminars.
RN Staff Nurse
Northwest Hospital Center
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Relief Charge nurse on Multiple Med surge Units
RN Staff Nurse
University Medical Center, UMC
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
- Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Delivered extensive training to newly hired employees and student nurses, offering insight and assistance related to emergent situations.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
Staff Licensed Vocational Nurse
University Medical Center, UMC
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Admissions Coordinator/Patient Experience Manager
Southwest Cancer Center
07.2005 - 08.2014
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Office Manager
UMC Hospital
01.2000 - 07.2005
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
- Managed budgets, appointment scheduling, employee and event itineraries and accounts to improve productivity initiatives.
- Managed Payroll and scheduling for Nursing staff for SICU/BICU/Trauma services (190 employees)
Nursing Support Services Front Line Manager
University Medical Center, UMC
08.1998 - 12.2000
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work schedules and streamlining task delegation.
- Reduced employee turnover rate through effective communication, training, and support initiatives.
- Optimized inventory management processes to minimize waste and maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Collaborated with other department managers to achieve cross-functional goals and improve overall company performance.
Education
RN Certificate - Practical Nursing
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TX08.2017
LVN Certificate - Practical Nursing
South Plains College
Levelland, TX08.2014
Skills
- Patient Care and Education
- Medication Administration
- Charting Medication Administration
- Patient Care Oversight
- Wound Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Ventilator Care
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Decision Making
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Seizure Management
- Procedure Assistance
- Accurate Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Telemetry and Advanced Cardiac Care
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Management
- Medication and IV Administration
- Patient Examination
- Creative Problem Solving
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Staff Supervision
- Staff Leadership
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
Accomplishments
While Working at University Medical Center in Lubbock TX. I sat on Multiple Committees over my Career.
University Hospital: Pillars Program 1998 I served as a representative for my department to help set the Hospitals goals (Finance,Growth, Stewardship...)
Future Leaders Program. In 2004 I completed the 1 year Future leaders program which recognized up and coming Leaders.
Magnet Program: In 2016 I was a chair member for our Drive for Magnet Recognition program. Goal Achieved 2019.
Daisy Award Winner for Patient Care. Multiple Daisy nominations both at UMC and NWTHS.
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Northwest Texas Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Northwest Hospital Center
07.2022 - 07.2023
RN Staff Nurse
University Medical Center, UMC
08.2018 - 07.2022
Staff Licensed Vocational Nurse
University Medical Center, UMC
08.2014 - 08.2018
Admissions Coordinator/Patient Experience Manager
Southwest Cancer Center
07.2005 - 08.2014
Office Manager
UMC Hospital
01.2000 - 07.2005
Nursing Support Services Front Line Manager
University Medical Center, UMC
08.1998 - 12.2000
RN Certificate - Practical Nursing
Lubbock Christian University
LVN Certificate - Practical Nursing
South Plains College
Similar Profiles
Emily GrayEmily Gray
Charge Nurse at Northwest Texas HealthcareCharge Nurse at Northwest Texas Healthcare
Jaylene TsosieJaylene Tsosie
Medical Laboratory Technician at Northwest Texas HealthcareMedical Laboratory Technician at Northwest Texas Healthcare
Charles JonesCharles Jones
Maintenance Supervisor at Northwest Texas HealthcareMaintenance Supervisor at Northwest Texas Healthcare
Ashley ChildsAshley Childs
Charge Nurse, ICU at Northwest Texas HealthcareCharge Nurse, ICU at Northwest Texas Healthcare
MADELINE GRIMESMADELINE GRIMES
Crime Analyst at Amarillo Police DepartmentCrime Analyst at Amarillo Police Department