Misty Allgood
Auxier,KY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
CNA
Mountain Manor Of Paintsville
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
CNA
Prestonsburg Health Care Center
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Hazard, KY04.2022
Skills
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Advocacy
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Organizational Skills
- Infection Control
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
- Intravenous Therapy
- Trauma Nursing
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support
Pediatric Burns
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
CNA
Mountain Manor Of Paintsville
09.2018 - 07.2020
CNA
Prestonsburg Health Care Center
09.2017 - 09.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support
Pediatric Burns
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