Tracy Kight
Hospice
Winston-Salem,NC
18
years of professional experience
Experienced Registered Nurse delivering compassionate hospice and end-of-life care through strong patient assessments, medication administration, and clear family education.
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in hospice, detox, and acute care settings. Skilled in patient assessment, IV and medication administration, care planning, and interdisciplinary coordination. Known for calm clinical judgment, timely escalation of concerns, and compassionate support for patients and families.
Work History
Registered Nurse
2 Years 5 Months- Assessed patient symptoms and updated hospice care plans for comfort-focused interventions.
- Administered medications and pain management treatments according to hospice protocols.
- Coordinated care with physicians, aides, and family members to support end-of-life needs.
- Educated families on symptom control, medication use, and hospice services.
- Monitored changes in condition and escalated concerns to provider promptly.
- Documented patient status, interventions, and response in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support and compassionate bedside care during decline and transition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to maintain continuity of care and patient dignity.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Registered Nurse
1 Year 3 Months- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Administered medications and pain management treatments according to hospice protocols.
Registered Nurse
6 Years 1 Month- 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored changes in condition and escalated concerns to provider promptly.
- Documented patient status, interventions, and response in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to maintain continuity of care and patient dignity.
LPN Charge Nurse
6 Years 4 Months- Supervised nursing workflows, coordinated patient assignments, and maintained safe unit operations.
- Assessed patient conditions, prioritized care needs, and escalated changes to licensed providers.
- Administered medications, monitored treatment responses, and documented care in electronic health records.
- Directed shift handoffs, communicated care plans, and ensured continuity across interdisciplinary teams.
- Managed admissions, discharges, and transfers while balancing unit acuity and staffing needs.
- Reinforced regulatory compliance, privacy requirements, and accurate documentation practices.
- Responded to patient concerns, resolved workflow issues, and supported consistent quality care delivery.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
LPN Detox Nurse
4 Years 4 Months- Performed withdrawal assessments and monitored patients for signs of alcohol and opioid detox complications.
- Administered scheduled medications and documented responses according to detox protocols and nursing standards.
- Collected vital signs and reported abnormal findings to charge nurse for timely clinical intervention.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary staff to support safe withdrawal management.
- Educated patients on detox expectations, medication adherence, and recovery-focused self-care.
- Responded to urgent behavioral and medical changes with calm, clinically sound nursing judgment.
- Reduced risk of relapse by developing comprehensive aftercare plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs and challenges.
- Supported continuity of care by participating in discharge planning processes and providing follow-up resources for recovering addicts.
- Evaluated effectiveness of medications used during the withdrawal management phase, adjusting dosages and types as necessary to best support patient recovery.
- Established trusting relationships with patients and their families, fostering open communication and enhancing overall satisfaction with the detox process.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures, ensuring proper preparation and post-procedure care for patients in detox.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Education
Lpn - LPN
Associate of Science - Nursing
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Certified Nursing Assitant - CNA
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Infection control measures
Patient care
Compassion and empathy
Patient monitoring
Care planning
Physical assessments
Licensed RN
Taking vitals
Medication distribution
Patient discharge
Team coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hospice
01.2024 - 06.2026Read More
Registered Nurse
Wake Forest Baptist
10.2022 - 01.2024Read More
Registered Nurse
United Health Care: CSR
12.2014 - 01.2021Read More
LPN Charge Nurse
Thomasville Medical Center
08.2008 - 12.2014Read More
LPN Detox Nurse
Drug Free NC
08.2008 - 12.2012Read More
DCCC
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Guilford Technical Community College
Lpn from LPN
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DCCC
Associate of Science from Medical Assistant
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DCCC
Certified Nursing Assitant from CNA
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