Kelly Atkins
Mount prosoect
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center, excelling in interventional radiology. Proven ability in sedation management and critical thinking, enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and compassionate care. Recognized for optimizing workflows and mentoring staff, fostering a culture of teamwork in high-pressure environments. I've been a charge RN in a very busy Interventional radiology dept for 15 yrs
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Interventional Radiology
Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center
08.2010 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care in interventional procedures.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs during complex radiological interventions.
- Implemented safety protocols to reduce risks associated with interventional radiology procedures.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in interventional radiology techniques.
- Developed and optimized workflows to improve efficiency within the interventional radiology department.
- Conducted patient assessments pre- and post-procedure, ensuring comprehensive care continuity.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly communicating relevant information to post-procedure nursing staff, ensuring seamless transitions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to rapidly identify potential complications during procedures, initiating prompt intervention when needed.
- Provided thorough education to patients and families about Interventional Radiology procedures, expectations, and recovery process, promoting informed decisionmaking.
- Increased patient comfort by administering pre-and post-procedural medications, reducing anxiety, and pain levels.
- Streamlined communication between referring providers and the IR team, facilitating timely scheduling of urgent cases.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration among colleagues in the Interventional Radiology department.
- Maintained accurate documentation while managing complex cases in a high-volume interventional radiology department.
- Led nursing team to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Supervised daily operations of the nursing unit, optimizing workflow and resource allocation.
RN
Professional Nursing Solutions
05.2006 - 05.2010
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to appropriate medical staff.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health promotion.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
RN
UIC Medical Center
04.1994 - 07.2006
- Conducted regular training sessions on advanced monitoring equipment and critical care procedures for nursing staff.
- Evaluated patient progress through continuous monitoring, adjusting treatment plans as necessary for optimal recovery.
- Provided expert clinical judgment during rapidly evolving situations, initiating appropriate interventions to maximize patient outcomes.
- Served as a trusted resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex clinical situations, offering evidence-based recommendations and expertise gained from years of experience in critical care nursing.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and providing high-quality care in critical situations.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Consistently received positive feedback from patients and their families for providing exceptional bedside manner, compassionate support, and clear communication throughout the critical care journey.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Concordia College
River Forest, IL05-1992
High School Diploma -
Mother Theodore Guerin High School
River Grove, IL05-1986
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Professionalism and ethics
- Compassionate patient care
- Conscious sedation
- Sedation management
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
- Critical thinking
- Clinical documentation
- Vitals monitoring
- Patient condition monitoring
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Timeline
RN Interventional Radiology
Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center
08.2010 - Current
RN
Professional Nursing Solutions
05.2006 - 05.2010
RN
UIC Medical Center
04.1994 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Science -
Concordia College
High School Diploma -
Mother Theodore Guerin High School
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