Kiely Annese
Summary
Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients within setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Surgical Unit
Grand River Hospital
Kitchener, Ontario
05.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with postoperative care.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Implemented the Cerner Electronic Charting system to enhance efficiency and accuracy in patient charting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in IV insertion techniques
- Provided patient care for individuals receiving epidurals, patient-controlled analgesics, and nerve blocks
- Effectively handled the management, monitoring, and removal of surgical drains
- Initiated appropriate pain management protocols based on individual needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives such as falls prevention, infection control, restraint reduction, pain management and discharge planning.
- Performed wound care management, medication administration and IV therapy treatments.
- Reported any abnormal findings or changes in patient's condition immediately to the attending physician.
- Conducted EKGs
- Foley insertion
Registered Nurse- Acute Care Rehabilitation
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of New England
Lowell, Massachusetts
11.2018 - 06.2024
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Performed treatments such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations and IV starts and discontinuations.
- Collaborated with medical professionals regarding injury prevention and rehabilitation protocols.
Registered Nurse- Medsurg: Ortho/Neuro/Trauma
Lahey Hospital and Medical Center
Burlington, Massachusetts
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Responsible for monitoring vital signs, administering injections, and overseeing post-operative patient care until discharge.
- Implemented EPIC electronic charting system
- Executed duties involving COVID patient care, swabbing, and vaccine administration
- Implemented strategies for patient positioning to prevent pressure injuries, showcasing strong understanding and proficiency in this area.
- Foley catheter insertion/removal.
- Ensuring efficient feeding support and expertly managing tube feed administration along with TPN.
- Streamlined processes for administering insulin and monitoring gtt.
- Ensured diligent observation of patients utilizing PCA/PNC pumps.
- PPE drawing and doffing
- Monitoring patients on TELE.
- Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary for administration of blood and blood products.
- Ensured proper monitoring of surgical drains and wound vacs
- Performed laboratory procedures to withdraw specimens from central lines.
- Monitored for changes in neurosurgical patients, including craniotomies, lumbar fusions, cervical disc fusions, traumatic brain injuries, and brain hemorrhages.
- Conducted EKGs.
Nursing Assistant
Lahey Hospital and Medical Center
Burlington, Massachusetts
12.2015 - 10.2018
- Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Prepared treatment rooms for examinations by stocking them with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment was in proper working order.
- Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
- Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using EKG machines such as 12-lead ECGs and portable systems (TELE).
- Assisted with training new employees
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New England
Biddeford/Portland, Maine05-2018
Maternity/Child Health Rotation
University of New England
01-2018
Senior Preceptorship
University of New England
01-2017
Mental Health Rotation
University of New England
01-2017
Medical-Surgical Rotations
University of New England
Skills
- Wound Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Patient Care
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- IV Insertion and maintenance
- Pressure injury prevention
- Post Operative Care
- Critical Thinking and Judgment
- Basic Life Support
Certification
- RN- Registered Nurse, Massachusetts
- BLS (BASIC LIFE SUPPORT)
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Surgical Unit
Grand River Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse- Medsurg: Ortho/Neuro/Trauma
Lahey Hospital and Medical Center
01.2019 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse- Acute Care Rehabilitation
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of New England
11.2018 - 06.2024
Nursing Assistant
Lahey Hospital and Medical Center
12.2015 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New England
Maternity/Child Health Rotation
University of New England
Senior Preceptorship
University of New England
Mental Health Rotation
University of New England
Medical-Surgical Rotations
University of New England
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