Anne Kirk
Pennsburg
Summary
Dedicated RN with 22 years of nursing experience, proficient in Sub-Acute Care, seeking permanent full time staff nursing position within a South Carolina SNF/LTC facility. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven team player.
- Active South Carolina RN License 2024
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Acts Retirement-Life Communities Brittany Pointe
2022.11 - Current
- Provided direct high-quality nursing care up to 22 patients, while supporting fellow nurses in a team-oriented environment.
- Applied 22 years of nursing expertise and exceptional standard of care to meet needs of sub-acute rehab to chronically ill patients in complex environment.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare team to determine specific treatments and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
- Provided teaching on diagnosis, disease management, wound care, medication and treatment options, as well as home care techniques to patients, caregivers, and families to foster continuity of care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
- Trained new nurses and mentored nursing students in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Direct supervision of CNAs delivering patient care.
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for unit.
- Maintained thorough documentation in patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments utilizing Point Click Care electronic medical recording.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Worked with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Continued training and furthered nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs.
Medical-Surgical RN
Jefferson Health - Abington Hospital
2022.01 - 2022.11
- Applied evidence-based nursing expertise to meet needs of diverse population of patients with wide range of medical-surgical diagnoses in challenging, fast-paced environment
- Managed caseload of up to 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care
- Provided exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Assessed patient status during pre-op and post-op procedures to communicate abnormalities to physicians
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to individualize care plans
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient in accordance with HIPPA guidelines
- Maintained high level of quality care to current patients, while performing thorough, timely discharges and admissions to optimize patient safety and satisfaction
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, using interventions to control and de-escalate situations
- Collaborated daily with health care team to achieve optimum patient care and boost patient satisfaction scores
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, medications, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques
- Accurately documented care given, treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs.
Charge Nurse
Meadowood Corporation
2006.10 - 2022.01
- Provided direct high-quality nursing care to between 12-30 patients on 59-bed unit, while supporting fellow nurses in a team-oriented environment
- Applied 19 years' nursing expertise and exceptional standard of care to meet needs of sub-acute rehab to chronically ill patients in complex environment
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare team to determine specific treatments and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health
- Provided teaching on diagnosis, disease management, wound care, medication and treatment options, as well as home care techniques to patients, caregivers, and families to foster continuity of care
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities
- Trained new nurses and mentored nursing students in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Direct supervision of CNAs delivering patient care
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for unit
- Maintained thorough documentation in patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments utilizing Point Click Care electronic medical recording
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
- Worked with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Continued training and furthered nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs.
Charge Nurse
Rockhill Mennonite Community
2006.04 - 2006.10
- Provided direct high-quality nursing care to 30 patients on 59-bed unit, while supporting fellow nurses in a team-oriented environment
- Applied nursing expertise and exceptional standard of care to meet needs of sub-acute rehab to chronically ill patients in complex environment
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare team to determine specific treatments and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health
- Provided teaching on diagnosis, disease management, wound care, medication and treatment options, as well as home care techniques to patients, caregivers, and families to foster continuity of care
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Direct supervision of CNAs delivering patient care
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for unit
- Maintained thorough documentation in patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
- Worked with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Continued training and furthered nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs.
Charge Nurse
ACTS Retirement Communities - Southampton Estates
2004.11 - 2006.04
- Provided direct high-quality nursing care to 30 patients on 59-bed unit, while supporting fellow nurses in a team-oriented environment
- Applied nursing expertise and exceptional standard of care to meet needs of sub-acute rehab to chronically ill patients in complex environment
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare team to determine specific treatments and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health
- Provided teaching on diagnosis, disease management, wound care, medication and treatment options, as well as home care techniques to patients, caregivers, and families to foster continuity of care
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Direct supervision of CNAs delivering patient care
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for unit
- Maintained thorough documentation in patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
- Worked with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Continued training and furthered nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs.
Charge Nurse
Attleboro Nursing & Rehabilitation
2002.09 - 2004.11
- Provided direct high-quality nursing care to 30 patients on 59-bed unit, while supporting fellow nurses in a team-oriented environment
- Applied nursing expertise and exceptional standard of care to meet needs of sub-acute rehab to chronically ill patients in complex environment
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare team to determine specific treatments and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health
- Provided teaching on diagnosis, disease management, wound care, medication and treatment options, as well as home care techniques to patients, caregivers, and families to foster continuity of care
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Direct supervision of CNAs delivering patient care
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for unit
- Maintained thorough documentation in patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
- Worked with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Continued training and furthered nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs.
Med Tech/Caregiver/Home Health Aide
Chandler Hall Health Services
2001.05 - 2001.09
- Varied areas of experience including assisted living, hospice, adult daycare, and home health care
- Performed medication administration, am/pm care, continence care/hygiene, meal preparation and feeding assistance
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress
- Accompanied residents on day trips, led fitness activities
- Enjoyed the cultivation of therapeutic bond with many patients which spurned my decision to become an nurse.
Medical Assistant
Bucks Dermatology Associates
2000.07 - 2001.05
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, prepared for physician examinations and procedures such as suture removal, dressing changes, plastic surgery, Mohs surgery
- Supportive duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, ambulating, and positioning of patients, setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus
- (ie: UV Therapy Treatments) Collection and processing of biopsy specimens
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Registered patients, scheduled appointments, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed
- Collected and documented patient medical information such chief complaint, vital signs and weight
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing
- Called/faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment (ie: autoclave).
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing - Registered Nurse -
Excelsior College
Albany, NY05.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Bucks County Technical School
Fairless Hills, PA09.2002
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong assessment abilities
- Thorough documentation
- Professional, compassionate bedside manner
- Dedicated team player
Certification
- AHA BLS/CPR certified
- NIHSS certified
- IV certified
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Acts Retirement-Life Communities Brittany Pointe
2022.11 - Current
Medical-Surgical RN
Jefferson Health - Abington Hospital
2022.01 - 2022.11
Charge Nurse
Meadowood Corporation
2006.10 - 2022.01
Charge Nurse
Rockhill Mennonite Community
2006.04 - 2006.10
Charge Nurse
ACTS Retirement Communities - Southampton Estates
2004.11 - 2006.04
Charge Nurse
Attleboro Nursing & Rehabilitation
2002.09 - 2004.11
Med Tech/Caregiver/Home Health Aide
Chandler Hall Health Services
2001.05 - 2001.09
Medical Assistant
Bucks Dermatology Associates
2000.07 - 2001.05
Associate of Science in Nursing - Registered Nurse -
Excelsior College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Bucks County Technical School
- AHA BLS/CPR certified
- NIHSS certified
- IV certified
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