Kearstin Shirley
@kearstinshirley
Experienced ICU registered nurse focused on accurate clinical documentation and critical care.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented ICU registered nurse with five years of critical care experience across multiple hospital systems, dedicated to providing exceptional care in high-pressure environments and supporting interdisciplinary teams.
I have a strong track record improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices for sepsis and ventilator-associated pneumonia prevention, mentoring new nurses, and participating in documentation quality improvement initiatives.
I am committed to patient safety, accurate and compliant clinical documentation, and compassionate family communication while proficiently operating advanced ICU equipment and electronic health record systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Travel Registered Nurse ICU
Chenango Memorial Hospital
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Provided critical care nursing in the ICU, operating ventilators and advanced monitoring devices while ensuring accurate clinical documentation and contributing to improved patient outcomes during travel assignments.
Travel Registered Nurse ICU
Albany Medical Center
Mar 2022 - Nov 2023 (1 year 8 months)
Delivered evidence-based ICU care for critically ill patients, managed complex devices and infusions, and supported documentation improvements to ensure clinical accuracy and compliance.
Travel Registered Nurse ICU
Salem Hospital
Aug 2022 - Oct 2022 (2 months)
Provided short-term ICU coverage managing ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring, and complex infusions while ensuring timely, accurate documentation and interdisciplinary communication.
Travel Registered Nurse ICU
AdventHealth Palm Beach
Oct 2021 - Jan 2022 (3 months)
Managed critically ill patients in the ICU setting, administered blood products and vasoactive medications, and supported documentation and quality improvement initiatives.
Travel Registered Nurse ICU
St. Anthony's Hospital
Jun 2021 - Oct 2021 (4 months)
Delivered ICU care including ventilator and invasive monitoring management, collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, and mentored peers during travel assignment coverage.
Registered Nurse ICU
Strong Memorial Hospital
Mar 2020 - Jun 2021 (1 year 3 months)
Provided full-time ICU nursing for complex critical care patients, led emergency responses, improved sepsis and VAP prevention practices, and supported documentation accuracy and staff precepting.
Patient Care Technician
Highland Hospital
Jan 2018 - Feb 2020 (2 years 1 month)
Supported nursing staff by obtaining vitals, assisting with ADLs, preparing patients for procedures, and documenting intake to promote patient safety and operational efficiency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nazareth College
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
2016 - 2019
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Nazareth College, preparing for professional practice as a registered nurse with clinical training in acute and critical care settings.
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