Kelsey Parker
Warren,AR
Summary
Skilled healthcare professional with strong background in wound care. Proven ability to assess, plan, and implement effective treatment plans. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to changing needs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Adept at utilizing advanced wound care techniques and maintaining high standards of patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care Nurse
GreenHouse Cottages of Southern Hills
07.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient wounds regularly to monitor healing progress and identify potential complications, facilitating timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for patients with chronic and acute wounds.
- Evaluated patient's wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Implemented plans and interventions to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments on 80+ residents
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies and other surgical interventions.
- Communicated effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and understanding throughout their treatment journey.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Contributed to clinic efficiency by streamlining documentation processes and maintaining accurate patient records.
- Conducted comprehensive wound assessments to identify proper intervention strategies, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort and healing by proactively addressing pain management and emotional support needs related to wound care.
- Streamlined wound care supply inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary materials without excess waste.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic or complex wounds, facilitating resilience during rehabilitation efforts.
- Educated patients and families on wound care practices, empowering them to participate actively in the healing process.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Greenhouse cottages of Southern Hills
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Coordinate and Maintain plan of care for 24+ residents
- Collaborate with multi-department professionals to plan and maintain care of residents
- Observe, document, and report resident’s responses, complaints, concerns, and changes in condition
- Operated infusion pumps to deliver prescribed treatments, monitoring patient responses.
- Utilized wound care techniques, including dressing changes and infection prevention, to promote patient healing.
- Collected and labeled lab specimens, maintaining proper protocols for timely analysis.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, addressing concerns and enhancing patient care.
Customer Service Associate
Atwoods Ranch & Home
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
- Provided primary customer support to 100+ internal and external customers each day.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by addressing issues and fostering timely resolution
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction
- Assisted customers with setting appointments, special order requests, and arranging merchandise pick-up
- Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices and upcoming company changes
Assistant Manager
Chicken Express
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs for 30+ supplies
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service
Education
Technical Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado, AR12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR05.2020
High School Diploma -
Warren High School
Warren, AR05.2016
Skills
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Efficient and Detail-Oriented
- Critical Thinking
- Clear Patient Communication
- Resource utilization
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patient and family advocacy
- Microsoft office
- Task prioritization
Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certified, 06/2022
- NIH Stroke Scale Certified, 12/2021
- ACT WorkKeys Career Readiness Certified, 05/2015
Affiliations
- National Junior Auxiliary Warren, AR Chapter, 06/2021, 01/2022
- National Society of Leadership and Success, 12/2016, Present
Timeline
Wound Care Nurse
GreenHouse Cottages of Southern Hills
07.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Greenhouse cottages of Southern Hills
01.2022 - 07.2023
Customer Service Associate
Atwoods Ranch & Home
08.2020 - 04.2021
Assistant Manager
Chicken Express
08.2017 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Southern Arkansas University
High School Diploma -
Warren High School
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certified, 06/2022
- NIH Stroke Scale Certified, 12/2021
- ACT WorkKeys Career Readiness Certified, 05/2015
Technical Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
South Arkansas Community College
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