Kristin Plasters
Litchfield
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Francis Hospital
Litchfield
02.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
CNA
Evergreen Rehabilitation Facility
Litchfield
08.2013 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Cashier
Capri IGA
Litchfield
06.2010 - 06.2015
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication management
- Care plan development
- Infection control
- Vital sign monitoring
- Emotional support provision
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Oncology nursing
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient care
- Documenting vitals
- Medication administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Intravenous therapy
Certification
- ACLS certified
- BLS certified
- ONCC certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Francis Hospital
02.2019 - Current
CNA
Evergreen Rehabilitation Facility
08.2013 - 06.2018
Cashier
Capri IGA
06.2010 - 06.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Land Community College
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville