Mistee Kirk
Bellevue,Texas
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care. Detail-oriented with exceptional communication and project management skills. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Texoma Outpatient Surgery Center
Wichita Falls, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare patients for procedures, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Educated patients on post-operative care, improving recovery outcomes through effective communication.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions and accurate documentation.
- Documented medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Healthcare Services
Bellevue ISD
Bellevue, TX
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to determine healthcare needs and develop individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders while monitoring patient responses and outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, disease prevention, and wellness strategies to promote informed decision-making.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Co-Owner / RN
Bryan E. Kirk LLC
Wichita Falls, TX
01.2014 - 07.2023
- Completed and maintained licensing and credentialing
- Performed all billing through Medicare, Medicaid, and all qualifying insurances
- Scheduled and monitored patient visits
- Communicated, coordinated and organized admission processes for all facilities
- Attention to detail and researching is necessary in this role due to all the requirements needing to be met
General Medical Services Manager
North Texas State Hospital
Wichita Falls / Vernon, TX
11.2015 - 05.2016
- Supervised staff in the dental department, radiology department, and medical services
- Worked closely with programs to ensure patients were receiving needed services
- Ensured all policies and procedures were current and in compliance.
- Manage multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective coordination of medical services and patient support.
Nurse Educator
North Texas State Hospital
08.2012 - 10.2012
- Supervised the hiring of all direct care staff
- Educated all newly hired licensed staff with state requirement and NTSH nursing policy and procedure training
- Educated all staff with newly implemented nursing policies
- Scheduled and coordinated all nursing clinicals for college/university students within NTSH
- Developed and implemented educational programs for nursing staff to enhance patient care practices.
Clinical Coordinator
North Texas State Hospital
01.2007 - 07.2012
- Developed and implemented quality assurance instruments and utilized numerous tracking forms as a member of the quality improvement team
- Provided training for all staff members and completed RN and LVN schedules
- Monitored delinquencies such as employee evaluation and ensured compliance
- Implemented quality assurance measures to elevate standards of care and reduce incidents.
Director of Nursing
Specialty Nurses
Wichita Falls, TX
02.2004 - 12.2006
- Supervised RNs, LVNs, and Home Health Aides as well as scheduling of patient visits
- Ensured all paperwork complied with Medicare and any other qualifying billing entity
- Provided resolution to patient, family, and staff complaints
- Ordered all medical supplies within budget and developed forms for staff documentation
- Attention to detail was necessary in this role due to the necessity of meeting all the requirements to remain in compliance with all state and billing entities
Case Manager
Specialty Nurses
02.2002 - 01.2004
- Developed patient care plans and monitored effectiveness
- Supervised LVNs and home health aides
- Performed wound care, venipuncture for blood specimens, IV therapy, and routine, admission, and discharge assessments
- Performed admissions and discharge assessments and completed all required paperwork ensuring compliance for billing purposes
Nurse Manager
North Texas State Hospital
08.2001 - 01.2002
- Managed the wellbeing of the patients, staff coverage to ensure proper staff to patient ratio, and ordering of equipment
- Provided quality assurance to ensure the program remained in compliance with hospital policy as a member of the quality improvement team
- Performed venipunctures, patient assessments, documentation, and notification of doctors
- It was necessary to have an attention to detail trait to ensure compliance
RN
North Texas State Hospital
03.1999 - 07.2001
- Provided patients with wound care, venipuncture, IV therapy, and medication
- Supervised the shift LVNs, direct care staff, and the afterhours pharmacy
- Performed and documented admission and discharge assessments as well as daily assessments
RN
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital
Wichita Falls, TX
07.1998 - 02.1999
- Performed and documented admission and discharge assessments as well as daily head to toe assessments
- Educated patients, patients’ families, and staff of policies and procedures for the hospital
- Monitored medication administration and provided blood draws, IV infusions, wound care, and tube feedings
LVN
Outreach Home Health
Vernon, TX
01.1996 - 06.1998
- Performed patient assessments and treatments including wound care, venipuncture, and injections
- Followed patient treatment plans, documented treatment, and reported to the doctor and charge nurse
LVN
North Texas State Hospital
07.1993 - 07.1996
- Assessed patients, wrote and noted orders, documented care, and reported to the doctor and charge nurse
- Administered medication and provided medication education
LVN
Electra Nursing Home
Electra, TX
12.1992 - 06.1993
- Provided multiple services for patients including administering medication, providing tube feedings, performing wound care
- Documented care, noted orders, and reported to the doctor and charge nurse
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Vernon College
Vernon, TX05-1998
Licensed Vocational Nurse - undefined
Vernon College
Vernon, TX12-1992
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Texoma Outpatient Surgery Center
08.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Healthcare Services
Bellevue ISD
08.2023 - 07.2025
General Medical Services Manager
North Texas State Hospital
11.2015 - 05.2016
Co-Owner / RN
Bryan E. Kirk LLC
01.2014 - 07.2023
Nurse Educator
North Texas State Hospital
08.2012 - 10.2012
Clinical Coordinator
North Texas State Hospital
01.2007 - 07.2012
Director of Nursing
Specialty Nurses
02.2004 - 12.2006
Case Manager
Specialty Nurses
02.2002 - 01.2004
Nurse Manager
North Texas State Hospital
08.2001 - 01.2002
RN
North Texas State Hospital
03.1999 - 07.2001
RN
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital
07.1998 - 02.1999
LVN
Outreach Home Health
01.1996 - 06.1998
LVN
North Texas State Hospital
07.1993 - 07.1996
LVN
Electra Nursing Home
12.1992 - 06.1993
Licensed Vocational Nurse - undefined
Vernon College
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Vernon College