Ronald Kendall
Christiansburg,VA
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared for advanced clinical practice. Extensive background in patient care and collaborative problem-solving. Known for adaptability and commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in clinical decision-making and patient-centered care.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Pikeville Medical Center
Pikeville, KY
08.2018 - 03.2023
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
Critical Care Paramedic
Rescue 33 Ambulance Service
Grundy, VA
09.2016 - 01.2019
- Built rapport with local law enforcement agencies through frequent collaboration on scene management tasks, fostering cooperation among first responders during emergencies.
- Streamlined documentation processes by accurately recording patient information during transport, ensuring seamless transfer of care upon arrival at hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Improved operational efficiency by regularly participating in skills training and staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' conditions, enabling accurate diagnosis and prompt initiation of appropriate treatments.
Paramedic
Mercy Ambulance Service
Lebanon, VA
04.2004 - 09.2016
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Special Operations Combat Medic
VA ARMY National Guard
Gate City, VA
01.1999 - 06.2005
- Streamlined communication between medical teams by establishing clear channels of information exchange during complex operations.
- Provided comprehensive medical support during extended missions, ensuring optimal health conditions for team members throughout operations.
- Enhanced patient survival rates by providing timely and efficient emergency medical care in high-stress combat environments.
- Educated non-medical personnel on basic first aid techniques, preparing them to effectively respond to emergencies when necessary.
Hospital Corpsman Second Class
US Navy
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI
01.1992 - 12.1998
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs during high-risk procedures, alerting doctors to any changes that may require immediate intervention.
- Participated in humanitarian missions, providing essential healthcare services to underserved populations worldwide.
- Performed routine laboratory tests to aid in diagnosis and monitoring of patient conditions.
Education
Master of Science - MSN - FNP
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2026
Associate of Science - RN
Southwest Virginia Community College
Richlands, VA05-2018
Associate of Science - Emergency Medicine
Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA05-2015
Skills
- Decision-making
- Clinical leadership
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Mentoring and coaching
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Pikeville Medical Center
08.2018 - 03.2023
Critical Care Paramedic
Rescue 33 Ambulance Service
09.2016 - 01.2019
Paramedic
Mercy Ambulance Service
04.2004 - 09.2016
Special Operations Combat Medic
VA ARMY National Guard
01.1999 - 06.2005
Hospital Corpsman Second Class
US Navy
01.1992 - 12.1998
Master of Science - MSN - FNP
Walden University
Associate of Science - RN
Southwest Virginia Community College
Associate of Science - Emergency Medicine
Virginia Highlands Community College