Kristyn Dudley
Virginia Beach
Summary
Astute PACU Nurse possessing skills in effective communication, patient assessment and pain management methods. An advocate for top-notch patient care. Determined to effectively comfort patients of all ages.
Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
PACU Registered Nurse
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patients'' progress during recovery.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
- Supported successful implementation of newly adopted protocols within the PACU department through active involvement in training sessions and policy updates.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with advancements in nursing practices and trends within the PACU specialty area.
- Provided emotional support to patients during their postoperative experience, creating a positive atmosphere that facilitated smooth recoveries.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Riverside Regional Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Monitor airway, surgical site, circulation, consciousness, and pain assessments.
- Review post-operative orders and continuously monitor patients' post-operative vitals in 5-minute intervals.
- Interpret patient assessments and use critical thinking to respond to rapidly-changing, high stress situations.
- Administer medications and treatment to patients and monitor responses while working with anesthesia and surgical teams to adjust care plans.
- Proficient in setting up PCA and epidural pumps.
- Monitor JP, Hemovac, and EVD drains.
- Manage care from admission to discharge, educate families and patients while providing discharge instructions.
Registered Nurse, Neuroscience Intermediate Care
Riverside Regional Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Manage care from admission to discharge.
- Provide direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administer medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitor responses.
- Work with patient's interdisciplinary team to manage and provide excellent patient care.
- Pain management and care for post-operative neurosurgery patients.
- Manage various post-operative drains.
- Act as a preceptor to new hires and nursing students in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
Newport News, VA12.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Professional Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
Newport News, VA06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Saint Martin's University
Lacey, WA05.2015
Skills
- Virginia State Nursing License
- Nurse Residency Program Completed: 10/22
- ACLS Certified: Expires 11/25
- PALS Certified: Expires 11/25
- BLS Certified: Expires 05/25
- NIHSS Certified: 09/24
Awards
Daisy Award: 10/2021, 09/2024
Champion of Care Awards: 10/2021, 11/2021, 07/2022
Timeline
PACU Registered Nurse
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
Riverside Regional Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Neuroscience Intermediate Care
Riverside Regional Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
Associate of Applied Science - Professional Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Saint Martin's University
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