Misty Kelsoe
Huntsville,AL
Summary
With a robust background in healthcare, which is demonstrated by my pivotal role at Huntsville Hospital, I excel in delivering comprehensive patient care, from ortho-trauma to cardiac support. My expertise in medical documentation and a compassionate approach to patient interactions enhance treatment outcomes. I have achieved a notable improvement in patient satisfaction scores, underscoring my commitment to excellence in nursing care.
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information, and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN, Ortho Trauma (present) (1st Yr) Cardiac
Huntsville Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Administered daily medications, managed narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed and maintained catheterizations.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary healthcare and social service provider team to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide essential assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout the care process.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management, and wound management.
Property Management Assistant
Tennessee Valley Properties
02.2014 - 08.2021
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling repairmen and providing other support services.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
- Monitored the progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
- Promptly responded to tenant complaints and concerns for over 30 properties.
- I've actually monitored the timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections according to landlord and resident statutes.
- Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
- Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for the property management office.
- Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
- I'd like to let you know that I communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
- Kept properties in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Completed annual rent calculations using housing database software.
- Conducted regular inspections of both the interior and exterior of properties for damage.
- Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.
Para-Medical Examiner
Exam One
01.2006 - 12.2013
- Collected blood samples from clients following safety and biohazard handling procedures.
- Checked and documented vitals such as blood pressure, height and weight.
- Followed safety procedures for personal protection and client well-being.
- Observed and reported customer conditions and health incidents for comprehensive screening.
- Collected cholesterol and glucose results by performing client finger sticks and tests.
- Performed EKG tests on clients based on health status and medical history.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
- Interviewed customers to record medical history and lifestyle information.
- Processed patient care records accurately and promptly.
- Maintained professionalism when communicating with client and answering questions.
LPN, Emergency Room
Decatur General Hospital
10.2003 - 11.2005
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Education
LPN Diploma - LPN
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL08.1998
Skills
- Medical documentation
- Lab specimen collection
- Catheter care
- Cardiac care
- Diabetes management
- IV therapy
- Pre-operative care
- Medication administration
- Ortho Trauma Care
- Patient mobility assistance
- Post-operative care
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- Disease prevention
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - AL Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Intravenous Therapy Certification – State Boards or Approved Providers.
- MOAB - Huntsville Hospital - July 2023 - July 2025
Awards
In the last two years, I have received a Daisy Award twice, each time nominated by patients I have cared for.
Timeline
LPN, Ortho Trauma (present) (1st Yr) Cardiac
Huntsville Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Property Management Assistant
Tennessee Valley Properties
02.2014 - 08.2021
Para-Medical Examiner
Exam One
01.2006 - 12.2013
LPN, Emergency Room
Decatur General Hospital
10.2003 - 11.2005
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - AL Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Intravenous Therapy Certification – State Boards or Approved Providers.
- MOAB - Huntsville Hospital - July 2023 - July 2025
LPN Diploma - LPN
Wallace State Community College
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