Krystal McMahan
Cabot,AR
Summary
Experienced Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in cardiology, critical care, and perioperative environments. Skilled at effectively managing multiple tasks in fast-paced, high-stress settings. Demonstrates exceptional clinical expertise, collaborative skills, and sound judgment. Seeking an opportunity to continue practice with an organization that values growth and long-term career potential.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
APRN
Arkansas Cardiology
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with patients and colleagues in both clinic and hospital settings.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Registered Nurse II - Cardiovascular Prep and Recovery
Baptist Health Medical Center
12.2014 - 04.2017
- Delivered evidence-based, cost-effective care to every patient based on experience in cardiovascular care
- Contributed to team efficiency, optimal patient flow, and accuracy in treatments through effective communication and accurate documentation
- Prepared patients for examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures
- Completed accurate work tasks by carefully reviewing every order
- Contributed ideas for improving work processes
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
02.2013 - 12.2014
- Completed assessments of newborns on prescribed timelines to evaluate physical needs, symptoms and progress with treatments
- Evaluated infant feeding capabilities and coordinated bottle, breast, or tube feedings based on level of development
- Monitored infant vital signs and initiated corrective actions to counteract adverse symptomatology
- Identified abnormal respiratory patterns and breathing sounds with regular pulmonary assessments
- Supported patients during emergencies, quickly identifying and delivering life-saving treatments
PRN Registered Nurse II - CVICU
Saint Vincent Infirmary
06.2012 - 01.2013
- Recovered patients directly from OR following cardiovascular surgery
- Detected emerging fluid and electrolyte imbalances by monitoring fluid intake
- Evaluated patients' vital signs and laboratory data to determine emergency intervention needs
- Monitored patients for changes in status and indications of sepsis or shock and instituted appropriate interventions
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection, orally, through gastric tubes and titration of intravenous drips
- Supported patients during emergencies, quickly identifying and delivering life-saving treatments
Registered Nurse II - CVICU
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2010 - 11.2012
- Recovered patients directly from OR following cardiovascular surgery
- Detected emerging fluid and electrolyte imbalances by monitoring fluid intake
- Evaluated patients' vital signs and laboratory data to determine emergency intervention needs
- Monitored patients for changes in status and indications of sepsis or shock and instituted appropriate interventions
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection, orally, through gastric tubes and titration of intravenous drips
- Supported patients during emergencies, quickly identifying and delivering life-saving treatments
Telemetry Registered Nurse II
Baptist Health Medical Center
01.2009 - 06.2010
- Developed, implemented and continuously evaluated nursing plans of care for unit patients
- Adhered closely to clinical practice guidelines, age-specific requirements and professional standards when preparing care plans
- Optimized outcomes through use of evidence-based nursing practices and top-quality care standards
- Tracked patients' vitals consistently by monitoring equipment and immediately notifying treating clinicians of decompensation concerns
- Monitored patient cardiac rhythm and managed associated medications
Patient Care Tech II
Baptist Health Medical Center
04.2008 - 01.2009
- Kept healthcare team informed with regular updates to patient charts covering vitals, treatments and responses
- Assisted patients with bathing and feeding for personal health and wellbeing
- Assisted with mobility by turning, positioning, and ambulating patients
- Worked alongside registered nursing staff and followed care plans
- Served meals and assisted with self-feeding or directly fed individuals
- Assisted patients with limited mental and physical capacity in handling daily living tasks
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, Arkansas05.2023
BSN -
University of Arkansas
Little Rock, Arkansas12.2019
RN Diploma -
Baptist Health School of Nursing
Little Rock, Arkansas12.2008
B.A. - Psychology, Spanish
University of Arkansas
Little Rock, Arkansas01.2005
Diploma -
McGehee High School
McGehee, Arkansas05.1999
Skills
- Clinical Cardiology Knowledge
- CVICU/Critical Care Knowledge
- Experience with EPIC
- Experience with Powerchart
- Effective Team Engagement
- Task prioritization
- Time management
- Effective Written
- Verbal Communication
- Evidence-Based Judgement
- IV therapy
- Lab procedures
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
Certification
ANCC Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, 02/14/23
Organizations
- Sigma Theta Tau International
- American Nurse Association
- Arkansas Nurse Association
- Arkansas Nurse Practitioner Association
Timeline
APRN
Arkansas Cardiology
06.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse II - Cardiovascular Prep and Recovery
Baptist Health Medical Center
12.2014 - 04.2017
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
02.2013 - 12.2014
PRN Registered Nurse II - CVICU
Saint Vincent Infirmary
06.2012 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse II - CVICU
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2010 - 11.2012
Telemetry Registered Nurse II
Baptist Health Medical Center
01.2009 - 06.2010
Patient Care Tech II
Baptist Health Medical Center
04.2008 - 01.2009
Diploma -
McGehee High School
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
BSN -
University of Arkansas
RN Diploma -
Baptist Health School of Nursing
B.A. - Psychology, Spanish
University of Arkansas
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