KELCIE PIMENTAL
Somerset
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nurse with a priority and focus on patient-centered care and the importance of teamwork.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse, Nursing Supervisor
Clifton Rehabilitation Nursing Center
08.2021 - Current
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc.
- Monitor patients’ condition, including fluid intake and output, and compose patient charts
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas, etc., clean and dress wounds, and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions
- Assist with diagnostic tests and interpret results
- Communicate, consult, and collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with healthcare procedures/regulations and infection-control
- Maintain complete and accurate patient records.
- Mentor and supervise nurses, foster a supportive and professional work environment
- Coordinate discharge planning, collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care
Operating Room Nurse
Southcoast Hospital Group
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Provide patients with perioperative care in procedure, operating, and recovery rooms
- Alleviate patients’ concerns by answering questions and providing postoperative care instructions
- Evaluate surgical patients prior to surgery and in postoperative phases
- Prepare patients for surgery by disinfecting their skin at the operation site and positioning them on the operating table
- Apply sterile techniques to medical instruments and equipment before, during, and after surgery
- Ensure that the operating room runs smoothly and is stocked with all necessary surgical supplies and equipment
- Update patient files and medical records
- Assist surgeon during procedures with duties such as passing medical equipment and monitoring patients’ vital signs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Dartmouth, MA05.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA06.2021
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA01.2019
Skills
- Communication and Collaboration
- Time Management and Prioritization
- Strong Understanding of Patient Safety
- Patient-Centered Care
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Working Independently/Collaboratively
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Ethics and Confidentiality
- Administrative Support
- EMR: Epic
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Massachusetts, RN2356800, 08/2021
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 04113341646, 10/2023
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Operating Room Nurse
Southcoast Hospital Group
06.2023 - 03.2024
Charge Nurse, Nursing Supervisor
Clifton Rehabilitation Nursing Center
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bristol Community College
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Bristol Community College