KIrsten Malli

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients in ICU, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses and ancillary staff.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Providing complex ICU care for patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgery, including heart transplants

• Utilized strong clinical judgment skills in prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels of ICU patients under my care daily routine.
• Reduced patient complications through diligent monitoring and swift interventions during critical situations.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Administered medications accurately according to prescribed treatment plans, avoiding medication errors that could impact patient health adversely.
• Facilitated smooth transitions to post-ICU settings by coordinating with outpatient services, ensuring continuity of care.
• Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.

• Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs and EKG results to identify potential complications early.
• Provided high-quality, compassionate care to cardiac patients during critical moments and emergencies.
• Educated families on heart disease prevention methods, resulting in better long-term patient care.
• Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, ensuring continuity of care for each patient.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support alongside medical expertise throughout their hospitalization experience.
• prepared patients for and monitored post cardiac diagnostic procedures
• monitored HDU patients during their wait for heart surgery
• started mentoring students and team leading during later years of employment