Nancy Kinkade
Racine,WI
Summary
Dedicated RN with a proven track record at Ascension All Saints, enhancing patient satisfaction and health outcomes through strong clinical judgment and compassionate care. Skilled in medication administration and patient assessments, consistently prioritized comprehensive care plans and team coordination. Regularly engaged in professional development to stay at the forefront of nursing best practices. 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. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN LEAD
Ascension All Saints
08.1989 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
RN Floor Nurse
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Campus
01.1986 - 08.1989
- Utilized [Software] to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
CNA
Ridgewood Care Center
05.1983 - 12.1985
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MILWAUKEE
Milwaukee, WI12.1984
Skills
Basic Life Support
Clinical judgment
Compassion and Empathy
Discharge Planning
Quality Improvement
Precepting
Patient Care
Staff Supervision
Strong Clinical Judgment
Medication Administration
Patient education and counseling
Team Coordination
Patient Assessments
Certification
- [Area of certification]NRP
Additional Information
I enjoy the challenge of RN Lead. I enjoy working with all employees and patients and their families. I find the RN lead job to be challenging and fulfilling. I do the RNs schedule,help order supplies as needed. Also work with some challenging personalities. There are also families that can be challenging and I enjoy working with all families. I would love to continue to be a RN lead.
Timeline
RN LEAD
Ascension All Saints
08.1989 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Campus
01.1986 - 08.1989
CNA
Ridgewood Care Center
05.1983 - 12.1985
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MILWAUKEE
- [Area of certification]NRP
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