Kristin Kessling

• Assessing patients: Conducting nursing assessments and evaluations to identify and address patient needs
• Developing treatment plans: Creating individualized care plans and treatment goals for patients
• Administering medications: Preparing and administering medications as ordered by a physician
• Monitoring patients: Monitoring patients for changes in condition and signs of withdrawal
• Providing education: Teaching patients about their conditions and providing counseling and support
• Documenting care: Maintaining accurate health records and documenting nursing care
• Collaborating with others: Working with primary care providers, treatment teams, and community providers
• Providing emergency care: Providing emergency medical care and responding to changes in patient condition

• Tracking for CCBH for Hypertension, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Obesity, and Smoking Cessation.
• Suboxone clinic, assisted Dr. with treatment intakes and medication refills.
• Discussed such topics as proper nutrition and lifestyle changes to help patients live healthier lives.
• Explained ways to holistically alleviate depression and anxiety, which included meditation, and yoga.
• Administered medications as directed by healthcare providers and documented this information on patient charts.
• Created individualized care plans for each patient based upon his or her health needs.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
• Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
• Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.

• Assessing patients: Conducting nursing assessments and evaluations to identify and address patient needs
• Developing treatment plans: Creating individualized care plans and treatment goals for patients
• Administering medications: Preparing and administering medications as ordered by a physician
• Monitoring patients: Monitoring patients for changes in condition and signs of withdrawal
• Providing education: Teaching patients about their conditions and providing counseling and support
• Documenting care: Maintaining accurate health records and documenting nursing care
• Collaborating with others: Working with primary care providers, treatment teams, and community providers
• Providing emergency care: Providing emergency medical care and responding to changes in patient condition

A detox nurse, also known as a substance abuse nurse, helps patients recover from addiction. Their responsibilities include:

• Assessing patients: Conducting nursing assessments and evaluations to identify and address patient needs
• Developing treatment plans: Creating individualized care plans and treatment goals for patients
• Administering medications: Preparing and administering medications as ordered by a physician
• Monitoring patients: Monitoring patients for changes in condition and signs of withdrawal
• Providing education: Teaching patients about their conditions and providing counseling and support
• Documenting care: Maintaining accurate health records and documenting nursing care
• Collaborating with others: Working with primary care providers, treatment teams, and community providers
• Providing emergency care: Providing emergency medical care and responding to changes in patient condition

• Assigned and delegated portions of the School Health Services program. These responsibilities include minor first aid; basic health care for individuals who are ill, injured, or have chronic or disabling conditions; and various clerical duties.

• Assessing patients: Conducting nursing assessments and evaluations to identify and address patient needs
• Developing treatment plans: Creating individualized care plans and treatment goals for patients
• Administering medications: Preparing and administering medications as ordered by a physician
• Monitoring patients: Monitoring patients for changes in condition and signs of withdrawal
• Providing education: Teaching patients about their conditions and providing counseling and support
• Documenting care: Maintaining accurate health records and documenting nursing care
• Collaborating with others: Working with primary care providers, treatment teams, and community providers
• Providing emergency care: Providing emergency medical care and responding to changes in patient condition

• Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions via computer system.
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
• Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
• Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
• Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
• Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
• Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
• Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
• Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
• Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
• Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
• Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to [Number] to [Number] patients per day in [Number]-bed unit.
• Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
• Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.

• Developed and initiated individualized plan of care and assumed responsibility for ongoing development in partnership with patient, family and caregivers.
• Helped to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with other health professionals.
• Identified and coordinated patient and family care to support patients and families in home or assisted living facility.
• Identified discharge planning needs as part of care plan development and implemented prior to discharge of patient.
• Kept abreast of changes and trends affecting nursing care and licensed nurse functions to improve patient mortality, quality of life and enhance patient outcomes.
• Initiated preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures and provided services ordered by physician as indicated in plan of care.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

• Lab Draws
• Trauma: Worked as part of the trauma team assisting with various treatments to stabilize the patient.
• Patient care: Assists with patient care under the direction of doctors and nurses, including assessing patients, monitoring vital signs, and providing basic emergency care
• Technical support: Provides technical support for patient care, such as setting up IVs, applying tourniquets, and using mechanical ventilators
• Medical supplies: Stocks and cleans rooms and carts with medical supplies and equipment
• Patient movement: Transports patients to other departments and helps with patient transfers and discharges
• Documentation: Collects and documents patient information, such as medical histories, vital signs, and laboratory specimens
• Patient education: Teaches patients how to use medical equipment, such as crutches and canes
• Family communication: Communicates with patients' families about their condition and needs
• Environment: Keeps the emergency room clean and organized, and ensures it's safe for patients and medical personnel

• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
• Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
• Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
• Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
• Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
• Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
• Removed victims from vehicles or scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
• Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
• Responded to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
• Completed and submitted field care report, patient billing and trip ticket and daily driver unit checkout form to facilitate record-keeping requirements.
• Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
• Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
• Leveraged defibrillator, oxygen, suction devices, CPR and other procedures and medications to provide advanced medical care.
• Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
• Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
• Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
• Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
• Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
• Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.

• Assessing needs: Evaluating inmates' physical needs and medical requirements
• Treating injuries and illnesses: Determining the nature and severity of injuries or illnesses, and treating when appropriate
• Responding to emergencies: Responding to medical emergencies in the prison
• Drawing blood: Drawing blood for lab studies as ordered by a prison physician or psychiatrist
• Maintaining records: Maintaining charts and related records
• Working under supervision: Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Physician, or other licensed health care provider
• Maintaining security: Maintaining security, confidentiality, and compliance with all correctional facility policies

• Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
• Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
• Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
• Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
• Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
• Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.

• Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
• Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
• Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
• Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
• Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
• Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
• Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
• Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
• Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
• Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
• Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
• Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
• Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
• Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
• Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
• Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
• Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
• Performed medical tests and collected samples for laboratory analysis.
• Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
• Educated public on emergency medical services.
• Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
• Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
• Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
• Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families.

Provided administrative and clerical support to the emergency department within the Centre Community Hospital.

• Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
• Used knowledge of medical terminology to transcribe patient information from written copy, electronic equipment, or verbal direction.
• Patient Scheduling: Actively scheduling patient appointments, managing cancellations and rescheduling requests, verifying insurance information, and collecting necessary patient demographics.
• Medical Records Management: Maintaining accurate patient medical records, including electronic health records (EHR), by updating patient information, filing documents, and retrieving records as needed.
• Telephone Management: Answering incoming calls, directing calls to appropriate staff members, taking messages, and providing basic medical information within established guidelines.
• Billing and Insurance Verification: Verifying insurance coverage, processing billing information, and following up on outstanding balances.
• Office Administration: Performing general office tasks such as preparing correspondence, copying documents, maintaining office supplies, and managing appointment reminder systems.
• Patient Registration: Registering new patients, updating patient demographics, and collecting necessary paperwork.
• Medical Terminology: Strong understanding of medical terminology and common abbreviations used in a healthcare setting.
• Computer Proficiency: Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic health record systems.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping, ensuring patient information is correct.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.