Kaelin Porteous
Ozark
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience in urgent care, trauma, and surgical settings. Skilled in patient education, critical thinking, and delivering high-quality, compassionate care to diverse populations. Well-versed in managing complex cases, collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, and supporting patients and families through acute and long-term health needs. Recognized for adaptability, strong communication, and dedication to improving patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care
Jordan Valley Community Health Center
Springfield
05.2024 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients across the lifespan in a fast-paced urgent care setting, addressing both acute and chronic conditions.
- Performed triage assessments, prioritized care needs, and initiated appropriate interventions to stabilize and treat patients.
- Administered medications, injections, IV therapies, and wound care with a strong emphasis on safety and patient comfort.
- Collaborated closely with providers to support accurate diagnosis and timely treatment, including ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests.
- Provided patient and family education on discharge instructions, medication use, and follow-up care to promote understanding and adherence.
- Recognized for ability to remain calm under pressure, manage multiple patients simultaneously, and maintain high-quality standards in urgent situations.
- Contributed to improved patient satisfaction scores through compassionate communication and efficient care delivery.
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
Mercy Hospital Springfield
Springfield, MO
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Streamlined the perioperative process for patients by establishing clear lines of communication between interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning among colleagues by sharing knowledge on current evidence-based practices in the field of perioperative nursing.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues in navigating complex case scenarios, offering expertise on various surgical interventions and troubleshooting challenges encountered during procedures.
- Delivered empathetic post-operative care to patients transitioning from surgery to recovery while consistently monitoring vital signs and pain levels for optimal comfort management.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Provided comprehensive education to patients regarding their upcoming surgeries to alleviate anxiety, address concerns, and ensure informed consent was obtained properly.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MOAssociate of Arts - General Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MOHigh School Diploma -
Ozark High School
Ozark, MOSkills
- Patient assessment, triage, and care planning
- IV therapy, medication administration, and wound management
- Patient and family education on treatment plans and preventive care
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation and chart management
- Care coordination, referrals, and follow-up scheduling
- Insurance verification and prior authorization support
- Workflow optimization and patient throughput management
- Team collaboration, communication, and conflict resolution
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management abilities
References
Andrew Benbow, DO
Abenbow@atsu.edu
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care
Jordan Valley Community Health Center
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
Mercy Hospital Springfield
12.2022 - 05.2024
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Ozark High School