Randi Kearney
Medford,OR
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Addictions Recovery Center
Medford , Oregon
11.2021 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Cared for over 7 patients each day with quality-driven support.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
CNA 2
Rogue Valley Manor
Medford , Oregon
04.2020 - 10.2021
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 70+ bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Auto Body Estimator
Star Body Works
Medford , Oregon
12.2017 - 03.2020
- Documented damage with photographs and detailed written descriptions.
- Inspected vehicles to evaluate necessary repairs and determine extent of damage.
- Provided quotes on repairs with great accuracy, taking insurance, type of car and extent of damage into consideration.
- Liaised between car owners and insurance agencies about auto damage and insurance claims.
- Helped customers obtain alternate transportation via rental car services.
- Completed appraisals on automobiles, light trucks, custom cars, vans and many other vehicle types.
- Advised clients on plans for repairs, possible value of salvage parts and appropriate mechanics for repairs needed.
- Prepared insurance forms on behalf of customers, detailing damage details, car conditions and shop quotes.
- Collaborated with repair workers to determine feasibility of repairs under constraints of coverage limits, time frame and customer finances.
- Examined client financial records to inform on possible plans for total-loss vehicles or large repairs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering honest advice to policyholders in regards to repair work and body shop processes.
Education
No Degree - Prerequisite Courses For RN Bridge
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH12.2022
Practical Nursing Certificate - Practical Nursing
Rogue Community College
Grants Pass, OR09.2021
Associate of Arts - Management
WyoTech - Laramie
Laramie, WY09.2004
Skills
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Conditions Reporting
- Procedure Explanation
- Recording Vital Signs
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Patient Admission
- Seizure Precautions
- Pulse Oximetry Tracking
- Equipment Disinfection
- Tracking Symptoms
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Certification
- BLS Certified
- COVID Vaccinated
Additional Information
Currently going to school to bridge from LPN to RN. Also a volunteer at Asante hospital.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Addictions Recovery Center
11.2021 - Current
CNA 2
Rogue Valley Manor
04.2020 - 10.2021
Auto Body Estimator
Star Body Works
12.2017 - 03.2020
No Degree - Prerequisite Courses For RN Bridge
Eastern Gateway Community College
Practical Nursing Certificate - Practical Nursing
Rogue Community College
Associate of Arts - Management
WyoTech - Laramie
- BLS Certified
- COVID Vaccinated
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