Kristina Elmore
Liberty
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 11 years of extensive experience in patient care, medication administration, and team leadership across diverse healthcare environments. Expertise in IV administration, crisis management, and dementia care, consistently improving patient outcomes and optimizing processes. Committed to delivering compassionate care and ensuring compliance, with a strong focus on enhancing the quality of healthcare services through strategic care planning and effective staff management. Fosters a collaborative team environment that prioritizes patient well-being and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Maple Gardens
Eaton, OH
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Evaluated and implemented medication and treatment plans in accordance with established protocols, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure timely interventions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Streamlined patient admission processes to improve workflow efficiency and reduce wait times during critical situations.
- Evaluated patient acuity and specific needs to strategically prioritize nursing interventions.
- Performed detailed evaluations of patient health to facilitate rapid physician communication and appropriate care strategy execution.
- Facilitated the integration of patient-centered care principles among healthcare professionals to strengthen recovery support and team dynamics.
- Conducted thorough analysis and documentation of patient diets and activity levels to optimize treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
The Springs of Richmond
Richmond
07.2025 - 01.2026
- Evaluated patient vitals and administered medications to maintain optimal health standards.
- Engaged with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy individualized care plans, enhancing patient support and treatment effectiveness.
- Facilitated patient and family education on health management strategies to enhance treatment adherence.
- Provided training and support to junior nursing staff, fostering a collaborative environment that improved patient care outcomes.
- Analyzed patient conditions to assess needs and coordinate effective intervention plans.
- Facilitated patient rehabilitation to ensure optimal recovery outcomes post-procedure.
- Optimized patient admission processes to enhance operational efficiency within the unit.
- Coordinated transitions for patients among different care levels, focusing on service continuity and minimizing treatment disruptions.
Registered Nurse
The Willows
Richmond, IN
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and managed wound care to uphold high standards of patient safety and comfort.
- Directed nursing staff to optimize team efficiency and elevate patient care standards.
- Provided empathetic end-of-life care to enhance comfort and dignity for patients and their families.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges, focusing on process improvements to elevate patient experience.
- Established Medicare charting and care planning processes to ensure compliance and improve patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient acuity and individual requirements to strategically prioritize nursing interventions.
- Coordinated transitions for patients among different care levels, focusing on maintaining service continuity and optimizing treatment plans.
- Facilitated patient and family education on health management to enhance adherence to treatment protocols.
Registered Nurse
Majestic Care
Connersville, IN
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Performed comprehensive Medicare assessments to guarantee adherence to regulations and precision in billing.
- Executed comprehensive management of ventilator and tracheostomy care, focusing on improving patient respiratory health.
- Facilitated coordination of admissions and discharge plans to enhance patient transitions.
- Engaged with various healthcare professionals to develop and implement customized care plans addressing individual patient needs.
- Executed medication administration protocols and tracked vital signs to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Evaluated patient conditions and strategically prioritized nursing interventions based on acuity levels and unique individual requirements.
- Performed detailed evaluations of patient health to facilitate prompt communication with physicians and initiate necessary interventions.
- Supported families in navigating challenging medical decisions by acting as a liaison with healthcare professionals.
Registered Nurse
American Senior Communities
Connersville, IN
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed nursing team in dementia and long-term care units to elevate patient care standards.
- Coordinated medication and IV delivery, maintaining strict adherence to dosage protocols and schedules.
- Administered comprehensive wound and tracheostomy care to enhance patient recovery outcomes.
- Implemented efficient processes for managing admissions and discharges, ensuring timely patient transitions.
- Performed comprehensive charting and strategic care planning to enhance patient outcomes and regulatory compliance.
- Established and enforced infection control procedures to enhance patient safety.
- Tracked and assessed patient vital signs to ensure timely updates for healthcare team.
- Delivered comprehensive clinical guidance to colleagues, enhancing decision-making in complex case management and challenging situations.
- Specificity: Improved patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate nursing care and utilizing effective communication strategies to address patient needs.
RN
Magnolia Health Systems
Brookville, IN
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Guided nursing team to maintain high standards of care and streamline operations in LTC/rehab environment.
- Administered medications and managed complex wound, trach, and IV care to ensure patient recovery.
- Facilitated seamless admissions and discharges, ensuring comprehensive end-of-life care to elevate patient satisfaction and streamline operations.
- Executed detailed Medicare charting and care planning to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare delivery.
- Analyzed patient conditions to assess needs and coordinate effective intervention plans.
- Established and enforced stringent infection control protocols to safeguard public health.
- Orchestrated patient transitions across various care levels to ensure seamless service continuity.
RN
Heritage House
Richmond, IN
07.2017 - 02.2021
- Led team in LTC and rehab-to-home care, improving patient outcomes through detailed care planning.
- Managed dementia and psych units, enhancing staff efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Administered medications and IVs, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and reducing errors.
- Conducted wound and trach care, achieving quicker recovery times for patients.
- Coordinated COVID response, maintaining high standards of care and safety for all patients.
Charge Nurse RN
Richmond State Hospital
Richmond, IN
02.2016 - 06.2017
- Oversaw medication administration and monitored patient responses to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Conducted in-depth psychiatric assessments to create and apply individualized care plans that enhance patient well-being.
- Engaged with diverse teams to improve patient care outcomes and refine treatment methodologies.
- Delivered individualized therapeutic interventions aimed at supporting patients' mental health recovery progress.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies to ensure timely assistance for individuals experiencing acute psychiatric episodes.
- Monitored adherence to regulatory standards while fostering a secure and supportive environment for patients.
- Implemented safety protocols by closely observing patient behaviors and intervening during incidents of aggression or self-harm.
- Monitored and assessed suicidal patients, executing timely strategies to minimize potential threats to themselves or others.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families to create a supportive therapeutic environment, ensuring clear communication and appropriate boundaries.
RN-Staff
Arbor Trace
Richmond, IN
11.2014 - 12.2015
- Evaluated patient responses following medication administration to maintain high standards of care.
- Analyzed patient conditions through detailed assessments to effectively prioritize and implement interventions.
- Administered patient record management through electronic health record (EHR) systems to uphold data integrity and regulatory standards.
- Utilized evidence-based nursing interventions to create personalized care plans, significantly improving patient health outcomes.
- Documented treatments provided to patients. Administered medications and IVs as prescribed. Delivered discharge instructions and outlined follow-up care plans.
- Provided detailed education to family members and caregivers on specific patient care procedures.
- Monitored and recorded patient factors, including dietary habits, physical activity levels, and behaviors, to enhance understanding of conditions.
Education
Associate in Nursing -
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Richmond, IN05-2014
Skills
- Hospice Care Skillful
- Psychiatric Care Experienced
- Medication Administration Expert
- Med Surg Skillful
- EMR Systems Expert
- Ventilator Experienced
- Pain Management Expert
- Staff Management Experienced
- Dementia Care Expert
- Patient Assessment Expert
- Care Planning Experienced
- IV Administration Expert
- Wound Care Experienced
- Crisis Management Experienced
- Team Leadership Experienced
- Critical Thinking Expert
- Interpersonal Skills Expert
- Patient Advocacy Expert
- Emergency Response Experienced
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Licensed RN
- Taking vitals
- EMR systems
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency response
- ADL assistance
- Patient counseling
- Staff supervision
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Emergency procedures
- Administering immunizations
- Emotional intelligence
- Long-term care
- Geriatric nursing
- Removing sutures
- Mental health nursing
Certification
BLS CERTIFICATION, 2027-06-07
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
RN License
IN Registered Nurse # 28216664A
Expires 2014-06-18
Issued 2025-10-31
Registered Nurse Compact # 28216664C
Expires 2027-10-31
Issued 2026-01-16
CPR/BLS CERTIFICATION
Basic Life Support-BLS
HCP-CPR (Adult/Child/Infant/Choking)
Automated External Defibrillation/First Aid
National CPR Foundation
Issued 06/05/2025
Expires 06/05/2027
ID #1F45F
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Maple Gardens
01.2026 - 03.2026
Registered Nurse
The Springs of Richmond
07.2025 - 01.2026
Registered Nurse
The Willows
06.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse
Majestic Care
03.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
American Senior Communities
06.2022 - 01.2023
RN
Magnolia Health Systems
03.2021 - 05.2022
RN
Heritage House
07.2017 - 02.2021
Charge Nurse RN
Richmond State Hospital
02.2016 - 06.2017
RN-Staff
Arbor Trace
11.2014 - 12.2015
Associate in Nursing -
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE