Kirsten Rodriguez
Heron
Summary
Proven Registered Nurse with a track record of delivering high-quality patient care and achieving patient satisfaction, notably at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, and Critical Nurse Staffing. Skilled in medication administration and patient assessments, I excel in clinical judgment and fostering strong relationships with patients and families. Demonstrates a high level of autonomy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective advocacy and direct patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Critical Nurse Staffing
12.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Oregon Department Of Health Services
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Advocated for patients'' needs during multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for optimal care outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs closely during procedures or treatments, intervening swiftly when necessary to maintain patient stability.
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Private Care
04.2013 - 02.2016
- Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Coordinated with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during the care process.
- Improved patient quality of life by delivering compassionate and empathetic support during home visits.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and other pertinent information for thorough recordkeeping.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Visiting Nurses Association
08.2011 - 03.2013
- Efficiently managed time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressing changes and administering medications at appropriate intervals.
- Performed skilled nursing procedures such as IV insertion, catheterization, blood draw, tracheostomy care efficiently while maintaining strict infection control measures.
- Demonstrated excellent clinical judgment when evaluating complex situations in order to make informed decisions regarding patient safety.
- Administered medication safely and accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to physician orders.
- Contacted family immediately when issues arose with at-home patients in effort to find effective resolutions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and holistic care.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
07.2008 - 06.2011
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Palomar Medical Center
03.2007 - 08.2008
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Queen Of The Valley Hospital
03.2006 - 04.2007
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmias, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
- Managed the administration of medication effectively, ensuring accurate dosages and preventing adverse reactions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pacific Union College
Angwin, CA03.2006
High School Diploma -
Escondido Adventist Academy
Escondido, CA05.2002
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Licensed RN
- Relationship Building
- High level of autonomy
- Clinical judgment
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Critical Nurse Staffing
12.2022 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Oregon Department Of Health Services
09.2017 - 03.2020
Home Health Registered Nurse
Private Care
04.2013 - 02.2016
Home Health Registered Nurse
Visiting Nurses Association
08.2011 - 03.2013
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
07.2008 - 06.2011
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Palomar Medical Center
03.2007 - 08.2008
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Queen Of The Valley Hospital
03.2006 - 04.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pacific Union College
High School Diploma -
Escondido Adventist Academy
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