Patricia Kestner
Antioch,CA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Sutter Delta Medical Center, showcasing expertise in medication and IV administration alongside unparalleled compassion and empathy. Excelled in reducing patient falls by implementing evidence-based strategies, enhancing patient care through meticulous assessments and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated leadership in precepting nursing students and streamlining medication processes for safety.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sutter Delta Medical Center
07.2008 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
LVN Floor Nurse
Sutter Delta Medical Center
09.1997 - 07.2008
- Worked along side of RN to complete patient care for up to eight patients.
- IM,SQ,PO medications. tube feedings.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times
- Utilized Epic to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
LVN Floor Nurse
Kaiser
06.1994 - 09.1997
- Worked along side Hospice RN to care for up to eight patients.
- PO, IM,SQ medications, tube feeding
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA05.2008
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Care Planning
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Patient Discharge
- Precepting
- Feeding pumps
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- NIHSS certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sutter Delta Medical Center
07.2008 - Current
LVN Floor Nurse
Sutter Delta Medical Center
09.1997 - 07.2008
LVN Floor Nurse
Kaiser
06.1994 - 09.1997
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Medanos College
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