Krissi Hatcher
Bloomsdale
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
SSM St Mary's Health Center
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
05.2022 - Current
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Nurse Extern
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
09.2021 - Current
- Provided emotional support to family members during critical situations, fostering trust and open communication among caregivers, patients, and families.
- Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Prepared and administered medications in accordance with established protocols.
ER Unit Secretary
Parkland Health Center
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Streamlined workflows for nurses and doctors by accurately maintaining patient charts and updating information as needed.
- Increased ER efficiency with prompt communication between medical professionals regarding patient updates.
- Facilitated timely admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients to improve overall ER operations.
- Assisted in reducing wait times by promptly answering phone calls, directing inquiries, and routing messages to appropriate personnel.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Illinois College
Jacksonville, IL05.2022
Skills
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Prioritizing Patients
- Patient Stabilization
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Certification
- SANE- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
SSM St Mary's Health Center
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
05.2022 - Current
Nurse Extern
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
09.2021 - Current
ER Unit Secretary
Parkland Health Center
09.2020 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Illinois College
- SANE- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
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