Kelly Todd
Brentwood
Summary
Compassionate Pediatric Nurse with expertise in bedside assessment skills, documentation and delivery of patient care in acute care and intensive care units. Proven skills in communication, multitasking, and relationship building. Bringing 25 years of bedside experience and proven nursing skills in a variety of patient diagnoses.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Registered Nurse
John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center
08.1999 - Current
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Emergency Room Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
07.1998 - 08.1999
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA06-1999
Skills
- Room preparation
- Chart updating
- Vital data collection
- Behavioral management
- Neonatal care
- Family education
- Pain management
- Pediatric CPR
- Emergency care
- Diabetes management
- Oncology care
- Chemotherapy administration
- Symptom management
Certification
Pediatric Certified Registered Nurse- 9 years
PALS Certification-25 years
BLS Certificatio-25 years
Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses-9 years
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Nurse
John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center
08.1999 - Current
Emergency Room Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
07.1998 - 08.1999
Pediatric Certified Registered Nurse- 9 years
PALS Certification-25 years
BLS Certificatio-25 years
Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses-9 years
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of San Mateo
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