KRYSTINA HEATH
Jenks,OK
Summary
Highly qualified RN with experience in pediatric acute and critical care, patient and staff education, and team leadership. Motivational leader with expertise in interpersonal communication skills, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships within healthcare teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Clinical Resource RN
Saint Francis Children's Hospital
Tulsa, OK
10.2022 - Current
- Clinical resource for pediatric nursing staff at the bedside, utilizing evidence-based practice to educate and empower nurses.
- Created and coordinated an Acute Care Class for all of our pediatric nursing staff.
- Collaborated with our pediatric surgeons and marketing to design pediatric surgery preference cards.
- Onboard new hires and teach orientation classes.
- Assist our clinical resource team in building and coordinating our pediatric annual skills fair.
Pediatric Float Pool RN
Saint Francis Children's Hospital
Tulsa, OK
11.2018 - 10.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated families on health conditions and post-discharge care instructions.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment.
- Assisted in pediatric emergency procedures following hospital protocols.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
Pediatric RN
The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2013 - 10.2018
- Provided family-centered care.
- Provided quality nursing care for pediatric surgical, medical, and step-down patients.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team using a multidisciplinary approach to achieve patient goals.
- Assisted with peer interviews.
- Charge nurse experience, assisted pediatric nurses with their skills, and provided appropriate nurse assessments.
- Precepted new hires and empowered them to reach their full potential as pediatric nurses.
Pediatric Nurse Extern
The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Learned from pediatric nurses while improving skills and gaining knowledge to enhance growth in pediatric nursing
Pediatric Nurse Tech
The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Communicated with patients and their families to ensure that their needs are met.
- Obtained vital signs, blood sugar, input and output, and hemoccult testing.
- Assisted nurses with repositioning patients, applying telemetry, bladder scanning, setting up rooms for admissions, and other patient needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12-2012
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Clinical documentation
- Team collaboration
- Quality improvement
- Healthcare leadership
- Staff education
- Problem resolution
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Oklahoma, 2013
- Basic Life Support, Exp. 2026
- PEARS Instructor, Exp. 2027
References
- Jenn Smith, R.N. - The Children's Hospital at OU Medical Center PICU RN 405-830-0477
- Emma Ward, R.N. - Saints Francis Children's Hospital Pediatric Family Educator 918-899-4801
Timeline
Pediatric Clinical Resource RN
Saint Francis Children's Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Pediatric Float Pool RN
Saint Francis Children's Hospital
11.2018 - 10.2022
Pediatric RN
The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center
01.2013 - 10.2018
Pediatric Nurse Extern
The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2012
Pediatric Nurse Tech
The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Oklahoma
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