TRACY KIDD
VINTON
Summary
Registered Nurse with 12 years of extensive expertise in critical care and patient management, adept at maintaining precise medical records and implementing care strategies to enhance patient outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional skills in medical assessment, wound care, and team communication, consistently fostering collaborative environments to improve healthcare delivery. Passionate about advancing patient care quality through innovative practices and dedicated to supporting interdisciplinary teams with comprehensive nursing solutions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Summit Medical Center of Roanoke
05.2025 - 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.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Hospital Corpsman
Navy Reserves
04.2006 - Current
- Maintain detailed patient records to ensure effective healthcare team communication.
- Monitor vital signs for accurate patient condition assessment.
- Assist in medical procedures for diverse patient populations.
- Lead in high-pressure situations, providing exceptional medical service.
- Develop training materials to enhance department knowledge.
- Implemented standardized medical documentation protocols for ICU patient care during COVID-19 response on USNS Comfort, ensuring precise tracking of critical cases.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
RN
Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Manage patient assessments, improve treatment plans, ensure compliance with protocols.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Implement care strategies, reduce patient complications, foster team collaboration.
- Lead patient care initiatives and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive nursing solutions while maintaining high standards of care.
- Monitor vital signs, administer medications, and document patient progress while ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols and safety guidelines.
- Drive improvements in patient care quality through systematic assessment, swift intervention, and proactive communication with medical teams.
RN, BSN, PACU
Lewis Gale Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintain precise patient records, adhering to ASPAN standards for improved care quality.
- Administer medications accurately, minimizing errors and adverse reactions.
- Build strong relationships with patients' families, providing support and addressing concerns.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
PACU RN BSN
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
07.2016 - 01.2023
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to pediatric patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms; of various pediatric surgeries/procedures including discharge instructions.
- 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.
RN
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
09.2013 - 07.2016
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University-Carilion
Roanoke, VA05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA05.2013
Skills
- Critical Care
- Medical Assessment
- Patient Management
- Pain Management
- Vascular Care
- Physical Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Electronic Health Records
- Discharge Planning
- Leadership
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team Communication
- Emergency Response
- Patient Education
- IV Therapy
- Wound Care
Certification
- BLS Healthcare Certification
- ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- TCCC Tactical Combat Casualty Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Summit Medical Center of Roanoke
05.2025 - Current
RN
Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing
10.2024 - 05.2025
RN, BSN, PACU
Lewis Gale Medical Center
03.2023 - 06.2024
PACU RN BSN
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
07.2016 - 01.2023
RN
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
09.2013 - 07.2016
Hospital Corpsman
Navy Reserves
04.2006 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia Western Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University-Carilion
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