Kelly Fitzpatrick RN BSN

** ******* ***** **. *******, MO

636-***-**** • ad1mjp@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Registered nurse with over 10 years of experience that have really helped in obtaining experience and a well-rounded nursing career. Nursing is more than a job to me. It is a passion. Each day is an opportunity learn new skills from different experiences in the wonderful world of nursing. The only constant is change and we either adapt and evolve or fall behind.

Possess motivation and eagerness to manage responsibilities reliably and independently.

Proven ability to handle stressful situations professionally and efficiently, while remaining focused on patients.

Looking for a position to utilize my experience and skills in a universally recognized facility that shares the drive for maximizing full potential and takes pride in what they do.

Education

Chamberlain College of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Dec. 2012

Francis Howell North High School - 2003

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Help at Home - September 2021 - Present

Registered Nurse- Home Health Care – Telephonic RN

Weekly home visits are done to assess vital signs and fill prescription pills to ensure correct doses are being taken. Education is provided to each individual patient about medications and care plans. Safety needs are assessed for any assistive devices that may be provided. Also, helping each patient schedule follow up appointments and ensure transportation is arranged.

Laser Vein and Lipo Center- August 2019 – September 2021

Registered Nurse- OR assistant

Assisted the doctor in the operating room. Also, completing pre/peri/post op assessment and patient education. In between surgeries the RN would see a patient that is scheduled for an aesthetic consult. That would involve either Botox, Xeomin,and Jueveau injections. Filler injection such as Juvaderm, Restylane, Radiesse, etc. Once the consult was complete then the RN administers the chosen product. Private Parties after office hours to bring in additional revenue and build client/nurse relationships.

Midwest Special Surgery- August 2016 – August 2019

Registered Nurse- OR assistant

RN for a surgeon that specializes in hand and plastic reconstruction surgery. Small private outpatient surgery office. Services include fracture care, laceration, skin grafts, amputation, tendon, nerve, ligament repair, Sonocur treatments, x-ray imaging, steroid injections, etc. Responsible for maintaining standards compliant with fully accredited operating room for general or local anesthesia procedures. My position is the surgical circulating RN. Duties include ordering supplies, set up and break down for surgical procedures at Mercy and office OR patients, schedule follow ups, suture removal, dressing changes, etc. Managing rotating ER on call schedule every month for Mercy, St. Joe's West, and Progress West hospital.

Dermatology Specialist of St. Louis - July 2015 - August 2016

Registered Nurse- OR assistant

Responsible for total patient care in first hand assisting surgeon with MOHS surgery. Obtaining and monitoring vitals, anesthetizing patients, assist in removal of skin cancers and closure with sutures. Wound care instructions and patient teaching. Experience in administering injections of Botox, triamcinolone, and kenalog, Also, Blu light PDT treatments, chemical peels and glycolic facials performed as well. Overall treatment for skin cancer and other skin lesions or rashes.

Rancho Manor June 2014 - June 2015

Registered Nurse- Acute and Long Term Rehabilitation Facility

Each RN works along with CMT and CNAs to take care of 25-35 patients/residents daily. Responsibilities are to initiate the plan of care while making necessary revisions, make referral appointments, and arrange specialty care when appropriate. I have strengthened the ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and quickly react appropriately.

SSM St. Mary's Hospital Telemetry Step Down Jan. 2013 - April 2014

Registered Nurse Stepdown Telemetry Unit

Managed high acuity patients requiring frequent and close monitoring who required telemetry observation and administration of titrated IV medications. Computer documentation, patient care, and teaching skills have been strengthened. Exceptional communication with staff regarding pertinent observations concerning condition of patients and care required. I have experience with different G-tubes, ng tubes, j tube, trachs, and ventilators.

Staff Link Aug. 2011 - Oct. 2012

Home Health Aide

Weekly home visits are done to assess vital signs and fill prescription pills to ensure correct doses are being taken. Education provided to each individual patient about medications and care plans. Safety needs are assessed for any assistive devices that may be provided. Also, helping each patient schedule follow up appointments and ensure transportation is arranged.

CERTIFICATIONS

* RN Compact License in Missouri

* ACLS, BLS, and CPR Certified

* Efficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, EMR and EPIC

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