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Kristen Rankin

George Town

Summary

Compassionate, organized, and knowledgeable Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, providing evidence-based patient care, emergency care settings. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Doctors Hospital
George Town
08.2022 - Current
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
  • Reviewed laboratory results promptly for accuracy and followed up on abnormal findings with physicians.
  • Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
  • Triaged and treated a high-volume caseload in a busy urgent-care setting.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.

Nursing Assistant

The Strand Medical Centre
George Town, West Bay
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Performed basic nursing skills such as changing wound dressings and administering enemas.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for examinations by stocking them with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment was in proper working order.
  • Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
  • Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
  • Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.

Nursing Assistant

Doctors Hospital
George Town, Grand Cayman
08.2021
  • Work independently and as a team member to swab individuals within the community and within government and private institution of isolation
  • Ensure samples get to the laboratory safely and in a timely manner
  • Scan and register individuals for covid-19 swabbing

Education

Bachelor of Science: Nursing -

University College of The Cayman Islands (UCCI)
Grand Cayman
04.2021

Skills

  • Triaging
  • Infection Control Measures
  • Patient education and counseling
  • SBAR communication
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Patient Management
  • Emergency Response
  • Wound Care
  • IV and venipuncture certified

Accomplishments

  • Dean's List- Spring Semester 2017
  • President's List- Fall Semester 2020

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Doctors Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Nursing Assistant

The Strand Medical Centre
12.2021 - 04.2022

Nursing Assistant

Doctors Hospital
08.2021

Bachelor of Science: Nursing -

University College of The Cayman Islands (UCCI)

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