Kisha Merhundrew
Ridgeland
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at St. Dominic Health Systems, skilled in emergency response and patient assessment. Proven ability to operate complex medical equipment and maintain accurate electronic medical records. Adept at fostering strong patient relationships, ensuring comfort during critical situations, and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Dominic Health Systems. Jackson Mississippi
Jackson
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted with intubation procedures when needed using appropriate equipment and techniques.
- Utilized a wide range of medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous (IV) pumps, to support patient care.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments and therapies administered to patients.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult situations involving critical illness or end-of-life care decisions.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Collaborated with other healthcare team members regarding treatment plans for each patient served.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
Jackson
04.2020 - Current
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Reviewed lab values prior to each dialysis treatment to ensure accuracy of data entered into the EMR system.
- Supervised dialysis treatments for patients aging from child to adult in community hospital setting.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
- Operate and maintain a variety of apheresis equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety. While also educating patients on the apheresis process, addressing their questions and concerns.
Registered Nurse
Tupelo Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Tupelo
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Abstracted patient data from Cerner and Epic EMRs, maintaining thorough accuracy for diverse reporting.
- Sustained data accuracy throughout the transfer from Cerner to Epic.
- Teamed up with clinical staff for better data quality and streamlined documentation.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy and efficiency in data abstraction, meeting strict deadlines and quality standards.
- Proficient in using Cerner and Epic EMRs, including lab integration, patient scheduling, ASAP, and MyChart.
- Performs data abstraction, for example, HEDIS, and Quality Reporting.
Registered Nurse
St. Catherine's Village
Madison
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as surveys or incident reports in order to improve operational efficiencies.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Assisted with onboarding of new nurses by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS07-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS07-2019
VOCATIONAL - LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS07-2001
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Intubation procedures
- Medical equipment operation
- Data abstraction
- Electronic medical records
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Update electronic charts
- Reporting and documentation
Certification
- TB CERTIFIED
- CCRN
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Dominic Health Systems. Jackson Mississippi
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
04.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Tupelo Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
12.2019 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
St. Catherine's Village
07.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Mississippi University For Women
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
VOCATIONAL - LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Hinds Community College
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