Patricia Dawn Kirby
Madras,OR
Summary
Experience cultivating positive working relationships with patients, family members, physicians, and other healthcare team members. Over 25 years experience in a diverse collection of roles. Strong home health and home infusion experience. Many years in utilization management. Frequently asked to mentor new hires and have a very strong organizational skills. Demonstrate ability to improve overall patient health and quality of life. Flexible and adaptable team player with the ability to learn and apply new ideas quickly.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
Coram Infusion Services
Portland, OR
12.2018 - Current
- Implement interventions, including, medication and IV administration and catheter insertion. Devote special emphasis to IT and worked to train new hires and provide IT support to team members.
- Provide patient education.
- Present information to support patient healthcare decisions.
- Assist with staffing needs by requesting help during vacation periods.
- Effectively utilize expertise to instruct other team members on Epic program.
- CRNI March 2021
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
05.2013 - 12.2018
- Assisted in direct patient care, took vital signs, administered injections, and provided telephone triage.
- Performed EKGs, conducted spirometry, collected and processed specimens, and performed venipuncture.
- Efficiently scanned and abstracted patient information into Epic system.
- Collaborated with physicians on quality improvement projects to increase health and quality of life by promoting routine exams and blood work for diabetic patients.
- Frequently commended by physicians for exceptional clinical judgment and critical thinking skills in meeting patient needs.
RN Case Manager
Kare In Home Health
Gulfport, MS
04.2008 - 12.2018
- Developed current knowledge and skills in head-to-toe and focused assessments, patient histories, IV starts, medication administration, NG tube insertion, wound care, patient education, and charting.
- Determined methods for incorporating research into nursing practice and methods for presenting research information as best evidence-based practice for potential system-wide introduction to improve patient care.
- Delivered patient education on medications, diabetes, asthma, and Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) during clinical rotations.
Reistered Nurse
Keesler Air Force Base
Biloxi, MS
08.2000 - 06.2004
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Cross trained from med/surg to pediatrics, pediatric oncology, preop, labor and delivery, newborn nursery.
UM Supervisor
Humana Military
Biloxi, MS
08.1996 - 08.2000
- Using Interqual and Milliman and Robertson criteria to monitor adherence to the hospital's utilizationreview plan to ensure the effective and efficient use of hospital services and monitor the appropriatenessof hospital admissions and extended hospitals stays.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Strayer University
Washington, DC09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS02.1995
Skills
- Microsoft 365
- Medical Screening
- Staff Supervision
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
Coram Infusion Services
12.2018 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
05.2013 - 12.2018
RN Case Manager
Kare In Home Health
04.2008 - 12.2018
Reistered Nurse
Keesler Air Force Base
08.2000 - 06.2004
UM Supervisor
Humana Military
08.1996 - 08.2000
MBA - Business Administration
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
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