Laura Kesler
HARTWELL,GA
Summary
At AnMed Health Medical Center, a dedicated Registered Nurse leveraged strong clinical judgment and effective communication to enhance patient care. Demonstrated excellence in medication administration and patient assessments, significantly reducing fall rates. Excelled in mentoring staff, fostering a collaborative environment, and maintaining the utmost confidentiality, contributing to improved patient satisfaction and safety.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
AnMed Health Medical Center
10.1997 - Current
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
06.2015
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA06.1995
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality of records, conditions, and other information relating to residents, employees and facility
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with providers and educate on levels of care
- Self-motivated
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Able to work congenially with a wide variety of individuals
- Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times
- Strong oral and written communications skills, including active listening
- Proficient in navigating through multiple computer applications
- Positive, engaging customer service skills
- Critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Handle multiple priorities effectively
- Independent discretion/decision making
- Make decisions under pressure
Certification
CCRN-20 years
CCRN-CSC-inactive
Timeline
Registered Nurse
AnMed Health Medical Center
10.1997 - Current
CCRN-20 years
CCRN-CSC-inactive
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Athens Technical College
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