Kimberly Loewe
Email: ********@******************.***
Address:
City: Brookwood
State: AL
Zip: 35444
Country: USA
Phone: 205-***-****
Skill Level: Any
Salary Range:
Primary Skills/Experience:
Caring Registered Nurse with excellent communication skills and 2 years experience in medical/surgical care. Two years of experience in primary care at a busy hospital. Looking for a position in a top-notch facility with a commitment to innovative processes.
Educational Background:
High School Dipolma from Shelton State Community College, Tuscaloosa AL 1/2001 to 5/2010 (Applied Science Nursing)
High School Dipolma from Auburn University of Montgomery, Tuscaloosa AL 1/2001 to 12/2012
Job History / Details:
Professional Summary
Caring Registered Nurse with excellent communication skills and 2 years experience in medical/surgical care. Two years of experience in primary care at a busy hospital. Looking for a position in a top-notch facility with a commitment to innovative processes.
Licenses
CPR certified through American Heart Association
Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama, License number 1-127883
Skill Highlights
Vascular care understanding
Committed to compliance reporting
Enthusiastic caregiver
Familiarity with disease management programs
IV drug therapy management
Mobility assistance
Colostomy care familiarity
Gastroenteral nutrition education
Body mechanics knowledge
Medication administration expert
Culturally sensitive
Strong medical ethic
Computerized charting specialist
Diabetes and Stroke Patient Care
Infection control standards expert
Acute and rehabilitative care
Professional Experience
May 2010 to Current
DCH Regional Medical Center Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Registered Nurse (RN)
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
Provided necessary health education training for patients.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.
Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
Tested glucose and administered injections.
Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Taking care of any home needs upon discharge.
Skills; Catheter insertion/removal, IV insertion/removal, NG tube insertion/removal, dressing changes as needed.
July 2008 to May 2010
DCH Regional Medical Center Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Patient care assistant
Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients.
October 2001 to December 2006
O'Charley's Montgomery, Alabama
Server/Trainer
Assisted guests with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in a timely, friendly manner.
Appropriately suggested additional items to customers to increase restaurant sales.
Promptly served all food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests.
Effectively communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.
Regularly checked on guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and beverages.
Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciliation of the cash drawer.
Correctly calculated charges, issued bills and collected payments.
Continually kept carpets and floor clear of debris.
Inquired about guest satisfaction, anticipated additional needs and happily fulfilled requests.
December 1998 to December 2000
McDonalds Montgomery, AL
Assistant Manager
Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity.
Efficiently resolved problems or concerns to the satisfaction of all involved parties.
Continually monitored restaurant and took appropriate action to ensure food quality and service standards were consistently met.
Minimized loss and misuse of equipment through proper restaurant supervision and staff training.
Assigned tasks and oversaw the direction of employees to ensure compliance with food safety procedures and quality control guidelines.
Developed and maintained exceptional customer service standards.
Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs on a daily basis.
Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
Counseled and disciplined staff when necessary.
Consistently obtained highest rating from the county health department.
Education and Training
2010 Shelton State Community College Tuscaloosa, AL
Degree of Associate Applied Science Nursing
1992 Auburn University of Montgomery,
GED
Professional Affiliations
Member of Phi Theta Kappa.
Member of the National Student Nurse Association (NSNA).
Chaplin for the Shelton State Association of Nursing Students for two consecutive years.
References
Pat Faile-Lee, RN, MSN
Nurse Manager
6 South
DCH Regional Medical Center
809 University Blvd. E.
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401
Arthenia Lewis
Case Manager
King's Home
16618 King's Ranch Road
Brookwood, Alabama 35444