Kimber Simmons
Gillespie
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse in Emergency Department, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in triage assessment, patient education, and critical care support. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient care and coordination in fast-paced environment.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
HSHS St. Francis Hospital
Litchfield
02.1994 - Current
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Maintained accurate medical records according to hospital policy and standards of practice.
- Administered conscious sedation per physician order prior to invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with public safety and community organizations to improve emergency response and patient outcomes.
- Conducted public health education sessions on emergency preparedness and injury prevention.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures and provided post-operative care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Led debriefing sessions following major incidents, contributing to an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies, and mass casualty incidences.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McKendree University
Lebanon,IL.05-2003
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL12-1989
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Health promotion
- Compassionate care
- Ethical practice
- Emergency triage
- Patient consultation
- Community program referrals
- Diet and nutrition
- Treatment plan modification
- Healthcare personnel supervior
Certification
BLS, ACLS,PALS and TNCC certifications
Timeline
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
HSHS St. Francis Hospital
02.1994 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McKendree University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College