Kristin Ostheim

Provided remote patient monitoring for 200 primary care patients. Collaborated with primary care and specialists to manage chronic conditions in the outpatient setting.

• Developed individualized care plans tailored to diverse patient populations with varied medical conditions.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Provided triage and appropriate referral to higher level of care if there was a critical alteration in health.

• Managed situations in compliance with legal requirements and with minimal risk to patient and institution.
• Administered needed COVID-19 vaccinations to members of my community
• Completed screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines.
• Documented patient care accurately and concisely in NC State IIR
• Reviewed patient files and records, including allergies, problems, medications and immunization statuses.
• Provided emergent care in the case of adverse reaction

• Excellent patient care in cardiac telemetry and intermediate care unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to education
• Four nominations for DAISY award and one Good Catch Award all in 2019
• Documented patient condition related to cardiac telemetry monitoring strips and conditions
• Experience with various medical conditions including myocardial infarction, stroke, congestive heart failure and atrial fibrillation
• Provided exceptional patient education to ensure good outcomes for patients with chronic A-fib; CHF and COPD would have good outcomes after discharge
• Communicated goals, plans and progress to patient, family and care team
• Unit-based council chair
• Following unit improvement project was selected to complete abstract for submission to NCONL (North Carolina Organization of Nurse Leaders)
• Abstract submitted was selected to be presented to NCONL during 2020 annual conference

• Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate care and employing effective pain management techniques.
• Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication by actively participating in daily meetings and sharing essential patient updates.
• Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during end-of-life care, fostering a positive environment for coping with loss.

• Cancer patient care in med-surg Oncology unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for 5 patients per shift
• Documented patient information obtained from interviews
• Oversaw and managed 6 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism as charge nurse
• Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's Diseases
• Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability
• Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management
• Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
• Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned unit/shift
• Sought after preceptor

• Assisted 8-12 patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination
• Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns
• Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse
• Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients
• Tested and recorded blood glucose levels
• Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation

• Coordinated schedules and assignments for volunteer staff of 26, maximizing team efficiency and effectiveness
• Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs
• Worked with governing board to turn mandates into real-world policies and advance program objectives
• Conducted community workshops monthly to promote different programs and educate public on available services
• Facilitated monthly meetings as vehicle of communication between families and command staff during deployments
• Proud recipient of Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal