Kimberly Mullins

• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

• Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system for optimal data integrity and accessibility across healthcare providers.
• Evaluated and monitored care and services throughout shift to improve quality levels.
• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

• Enhanced patient-centered care by utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques during all interactions.
• Assisted floor nurses with medication administration and prescribed treatments.
• Facilitated smooth transitions for patients transferring between different levels of care within the hospital system.
• Recorded incoming patients' vital signs and current medication details in electronic charts.
• Maintained a high level of confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information during the admissions process.

• Gap In Employment from 1998-2018; Stay at home mother of four. Foster parent. CASA representing children in foster care. Adoptive parent.

* During my time with Selby General Hospital I worked Medical-Surgical, Same Day Surgery, Labor and Delivery, Emergency Department, and ICU.

*Served as a member of the Code Team

*Became a Certified Doula

*Obtained my IV therapy license and became the IV nurse in the Same Day Surgery department

*Administered medications while maintaining the Patient's Bill of Rights regarding medications administration

*Monitored vital signs and changes in patient condition

*Provided patient care and assisted with ADLs

*Provided wound care as instructed

*Proven ability to adapt quickly to new situations

* Worked in Medical-Surgical Department and floated to ER and Stepdown units as needed.

*Administered medications while following Patient's Bill of Rights regarding medication administration

*Provided wound care as ordered

*Monitored vital signs and change in condition

*Provided accurate charting

*Participated in morning rounds and transcribed physician orders

*Provided patient care and assisted with ADLs

*Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility

*Worked effectively and collaboratively in a team environment

*Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations