Kristy Hazelwood
Henderson,KY
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience in patient care and clinical evaluation. Known for effective communication and team collaboration, contributing to improved patient outcomes and training initiatives for new nursing staff.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
Newburgh, Indiana
07.2017 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Registered Nurse
Deaconess Women's Hospital
Newburgh, Indiana
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Assessed and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients to ensure effective treatment and recovery.
- Recorded patient condition and vital signs to monitor recovery progress and identify medication side effects.
Registered Nurse
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
Newburgh, Indiana
02.2012 - 07.2017
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated comprehensive nursing care tailored to individual patient needs.
- Documented patient progress notes in electronic medical record system, ensuring clarity and compliance for effective care continuity.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Monitored post-surgical patients, addressing concerns and delivering personalized home care strategies for optimal recovery.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Welborn Baptist Hospital
Evansville, Indiana
08.1991 - 06.2001
- Conducted laboratory tests for patient diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment for accurate results.
- Prepared samples and reagents following standard operating procedures.
- Recorded all test results accurately into the laboratory computer system.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Union County Hospital
Morganfield, Kentucky
06.1990 - 06.1991
- Conducted laboratory tests for patient diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Prepared samples and reagents following standard operating procedures.
- Recorded all test results accurately into the laboratory computer system.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Henderson Community College
Henderson12-2009
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technologists
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-1995
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Henderson Community College
Henderson, KY05-1991
High School Diploma -
Union County High School
Morganfield, KY05-1984
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Clinical judgment
- Clinical documentation
- Patient safety
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Certification
BLS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Deaconess Women's Hospital
08.2019 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
07.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
02.2012 - 07.2017
Medical Laboratory Technician
Welborn Baptist Hospital
08.1991 - 06.2001
Medical Laboratory Technician
Union County Hospital
06.1990 - 06.1991
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Henderson Community College
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technologists
University of Kentucky
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Henderson Community College
High School Diploma -
Union County High School