Kearstin Bergfield
Hagerstown
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. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PreOp/PACU, Charge
Reid Outpatient Surgery and Endoscopy
11.2021 - Current
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Reid Health
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-term Care
Friends Fellowship, Chester Blvd
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Reid Health
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Patient Care Technician
Ball Memorial Hospital
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rosebud Village
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Nursing
Indiana University, East
Richmond, IN05-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN06-2020
Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN06-2017
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient assessments
- IV setup
- Direct patient care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Medication administration
- SBAR communication
- IV management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Patient education and counseling
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8-12 staff members.
- Achieved Ultrasound Intravenous Line placement by completing training with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PreOp/PACU, Charge
Reid Outpatient Surgery and Endoscopy
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Reid Health
06.2020 - 11.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-term Care
Friends Fellowship, Chester Blvd
08.2017 - 06.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Reid Health
04.2017 - 08.2017
Patient Care Technician
Ball Memorial Hospital
05.2015 - 05.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rosebud Village
05.2014 - 05.2015
Nursing
Indiana University, East
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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