Desiree Kemp
California City
Summary
Energetic and adaptable Registered Nurse with passion for both mental health and intensive care. I take pride in my passion for nursing, and over the years, I have come to recognize that my greatest attribute is not merely my ability to align with a company's vision, but my unwavering commitment to doing what is right by the patient. Driven by a strong sense of integrity, justice, and accountability, I am dedicated to providing care grounded in evidence-based practice and a patient-centered approach. My resilience, compassion, and ethical foundation motivate me to continuously advocate for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical ICU Registered Nurse (Travel- Strike)
Aya Healthcare- Mount Sinai, NYS
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment for patient monitoring and assessment.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring patient safety and effective interventions.
- Strike Nursing: Float down from MICU to SICU, Transplant ICU and ED.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit (Travel Per Diem)
AMN Healthcare- Kaiser Float Pool (Sunset, Southbay, WLA)
10.2024 - 03.2026
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
- Delivered critical care in high-pressure environments across multiple healthcare facilities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety standards.
- Adapted quickly to varied hospital systems and electronic health record platforms during assignments.
- Streamlined documentation processes through diligent record-keeping, ensuring accurate reflection of patient status and treatments administered.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly acclimating to diverse hospital settings while traveling between assignments as an ICU Registered Nurse.
- Float between different units: Oncology, Telemetry, and Med-Surg.
Trauma Registered Nurse (Full Time)
Dignity Health- California Hospital Medical Center
11.2023 - 02.2026
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and updating ICU protocols.
- Proactively identified potential areas for improvement within the ICU setting by conducting regular audits and proposing evidence-based solutions.
- Coordinated trauma care for critical patients in high-pressure environments.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and treatment plans.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Float between: Trauma, Medical, Surgical, and CCU ICU units.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse (Full Time)
Community Hospital Huntington Park
02.2023 - 10.2025
- Administered critical care interventions for patients in life-threatening conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and patient status, ensuring timely responses to changes in condition.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and resources available.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses, and outcomes to ensure seamless transition of care during shift changes.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the ICU.
- Exercised great level of autonomy and patient safety.
- Worked freely without the immediately supervision of an intensivists: Relying on strong assessment and advocating abilities.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse- (Temporary)
Providence Hospital- Mission Hospital
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patient conditions and promptly communicating with the healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective patient-centered care strategies.
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical conditions, ensuring timely interventions and accurate assessments.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse (Travel Per Diem)
Aya Healthcare- PIH Good Samaritan Medical Center
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Assisted in training new staff on ICU protocols and best practices.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
- Float down from ICU to Telemetry.
- Adaptability to charting system
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients.
- Reduced ICU readmissions through thorough patient assessments, timely interventions, and effective discharge education.
Registered Nurse- Skilled Nursing Facility
Carelinx (1099)
07.2017 - 01.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress in electronic health records for accurate assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Supervised all licensed LVNs and CNAs in facility: Ranging 4-10 employees per shift.
- Administered all IV medications.
- Admissions, discharges, transfers.
- Float between 40 facilities: SNF, Subacute, and residential eating disorder homes.
Psych Nurse- Licensed Vocational Nurse (Full Time)
Brotman Medical Center
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Float between opened, locked, and geri-psych units within acute care hospital setting.
- Adhered to facility policies regarding psychiatric holds
- Provide direct nursing care, monitor behavioral health, and assist with daily functioning for patients with mental health diagnoses.
- Safely administers oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications (including psychotropic medications) and monitors patients for side effects or reactions.
- Responds to and assists in de-escalating psychiatric emergencies or aggressive behaviors, including implementing safety protocols.
- Float down to ER overflow to manage behavioral health clients.
- Chaperone patients for court hearings regarding REESE status
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Westcoast University
Los Angeles, Ca06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minnesota City, MN02-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
American Career College
Los Angeles, CA12-2022
Certificate - Licensed Vocational Nurse
American Career College
Buena Park, CA12-2008
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care - Compassionate extubation, Comfort care
- Emergency interventions
- Endotracheal intubations
- EVD
- A-line
- Lumbar drain
- CVP monitoring
- Procedural sedation
- Bronch assist
- Sheath management/removal
- Titrate drips
- DKA, Resp Failure, ARDS, Liver and Kidney Failure, Transplant rejection, Trauma, CABG and PCI, ACS and more
Timeline
Medical ICU Registered Nurse (Travel- Strike)
Aya Healthcare- Mount Sinai, NYS
01.2026 - 03.2026
Medical ICU Registered Nurse- (Temporary)
Providence Hospital- Mission Hospital
01.2025 - 04.2025
Medical ICU Registered Nurse (Travel Per Diem)
Aya Healthcare- PIH Good Samaritan Medical Center
11.2024 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit (Travel Per Diem)
AMN Healthcare- Kaiser Float Pool (Sunset, Southbay, WLA)
10.2024 - 03.2026
Trauma Registered Nurse (Full Time)
Dignity Health- California Hospital Medical Center
11.2023 - 02.2026
Medical ICU Registered Nurse (Full Time)
Community Hospital Huntington Park
02.2023 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse- Skilled Nursing Facility
Carelinx (1099)
07.2017 - 01.2025
Psych Nurse- Licensed Vocational Nurse (Full Time)
Brotman Medical Center
01.2013 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Westcoast University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
American Career College
Certificate - Licensed Vocational Nurse
American Career College