Kristi Harris
Kinda
Summary
Dynamic Nurse with a proven track record at Weiser, Cascadia, excelling in medication administration and direct patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate support and effective communication. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment, significantly reducing medication errors and improving care outcomes in high-stress environments. Committed to continuous professional development and quality patient care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Weiser, Cascadia
12.2022 - 05.2025
- Assisted in patient assessments to gather vital health information.
- Provided support to nursing staff during daily operations and patient care activities.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols for infection control and patient handling.
- Documented patient progress and responses to treatment in medical records accurately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge of procedures.
- Assisted in managing medical supplies, ensuring availability for efficient operations.
- Engaged with patients to provide comfort and support during their healthcare experiences.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Sales Manager
Staples, The Office Supply Superstore
05.1999 - 06.2006
- Assisted in patient assessments to gather vital health information.
- Provided support to nursing staff during daily operations and patient care activities.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols for infection control and patient handling.
- Documented patient progress and responses to treatment in medical records accurately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge of procedures.
- Assisted in managing medical supplies, ensuring availability for efficient operations.
- Engaged with patients to provide comfort and support during their healthcare experiences.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Treasure Valley Community College
Ontario, OR06.2008
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
Timeline
Nurse
Weiser, Cascadia
12.2022 - 05.2025
Sales Manager
Staples, The Office Supply Superstore
05.1999 - 06.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Treasure Valley Community College