Kimberly Lynch
Lawrenceville
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 28 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with medical surgical care, critical care and care of telemetry patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
VCU Community Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Nurse Aide Instructor
Brunswick County High School
08.2015 - 06.2023
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life scenarios and case studies into lesson plans.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop a comprehensive curriculum for nurse aide training, resulting in improved student performance.
- Evaluated and assessed students on their clinical skills, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Facilitated engaging lectures on various healthcare topics, ensuring thorough understanding of fundamental nursing concepts.
- Developed effective classroom management strategies, fostering a positive learning environment that encouraged active participation from all students.
- Established strong rapport with local healthcare facilities, coordinating clinical placements for students to gain valuable work experience.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, ensuring timely completion of required documentation for certification purposes.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students through one-on-one meetings and personalized study plans, leading to increased academic success rates.
- Ensured compliance with state requirements for nurse aide training programs by regularly reviewing course content and making necessary updates as needed.
- Developed strong relationships with students, serving as a trusted mentor and resource for career guidance and personal growth.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
J. S. Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA05.1996
No Degree - Nursing
Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA05.1994
High School Diploma -
Brunswick County Senior High School
Brunswick County, VA06.1991
Skills
- Medical Assessment
- Chart Updating
- Lab Result Interpretation
- Medical Recordkeeping
- ADL Assistance
- Emergency Response
- Patient Management
- Care Planning
- Proper Catheter Insertion/Removal
- Physical Assessments
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Feeding Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Cardiac Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Care
Certification
BLS Certified
PALS Certified
ACLS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
VCU Community Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Nurse Aide Instructor
Brunswick County High School
08.2015 - 06.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
J. S. Reynolds Community College
No Degree - Nursing
Southside Virginia Community College
High School Diploma -
Brunswick County Senior High School
BLS Certified
PALS Certified
ACLS Certified
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