Kalli Carlson
Sioux Falls
Summary
I am a self-motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic individual with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, guest-centric, and team-oriented environment. Coming from three years of experience as a nursing assistant and six years as a registered nurse. I am known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient assessment, care plan development, and evidence-based practice. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient care and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital
Sioux Falls
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored patient recovery in post-anesthesia care unit.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care procedures.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Trained new staff on PACU protocols and procedures.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
Unit Senator
Sanford Health
Sioux Falls
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our protocols and unit concerns.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Met with senators from other units once monthly to vote on new protocols and establish plans of action for issues arising hospital wide (Medication errors, product replacements, improvement of patient goal of care).
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Registered Nurse
Orthopedics and Neurology at Sanford Health
Sioux Falls
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Use of critical thinking to care for patients in a safe and healthy manner
- Medication administration, as well as assessing patients hourly
- Care of all patients with specialization in acute strokes, brain bleeds, traumas, and joint replacements.
- Also serving as the co-senator of our unit since October 2021
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
University Of South Dakota
Vermillion
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Creating a positive clinical experience for future nurses in the BSN program through USD.
- Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through patient assignments, practicing skills and examinations.
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
- Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
Patient Care Technician
Orthopedics and Neurology at Sanford Health
Sioux Falls
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Basic patient care that includes but is not limited to; bathing, blood draws, obtaining vitals, and collaborating with other medical personnel to ensure the highest patient care
- Receiving delegation from nurses to work together to maintain patient safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
University of South Dakota Sioux
12.2019
High School Diploma -
Sioux Falls Roosevelt High School
05.2016
Skills
- Flow sheet charting
- Patient Care
- IV drug therapy management
- Nursing plan development
- Family and patient support
- SBAR communication
- Nursing staff leadership
- ACLS certified
- Critical thinking
- Continuous learning
References
Jaime Huebner, RN Former Nurse Supervisor of Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Periop - Phone: (605.310.5803)
Lisa Varenhorst, DNP Faculty Advisor/Instructor for USD Nursing - Phone:
(712.540.3868)
Haley Demers, RN Periop – Phone: (605.840.0123)
Affiliations
- Awarded the Florence Nightingale Nursing award in 2022
- Department Hero June 2022
- Employee of the Month December 2017
- Daisy Award Nomination November 2021
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Unit Senator
Sanford Health
11.2021 - 08.2022
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
University Of South Dakota
08.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Orthopedics and Neurology at Sanford Health
02.2020 - 08.2022
Patient Care Technician
Orthopedics and Neurology at Sanford Health
01.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
University of South Dakota Sioux
High School Diploma -
Sioux Falls Roosevelt High School