Kevin Jarvis
Colorado Springs
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
UCHealth Memorial North Hospital
05.2021 - Current
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Investigated and resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
Neuro Trauma ICU Associate Nurse Manager
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Enhanced communication among team members through regular meetings, creating a more cohesive unit for quality patient care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall patient experience and streamlining internal processes.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department by addressing concerns promptly and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Managed day-to-day operations and workflows for nursing department.
Neuro Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
12.2016 - 12.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Indian Health Services
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
- Administered blood products according to established protocols, closely monitoring patients for transfusion reactions or complications.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients.
Combat/Flight Medic
United States Army
05.2006 - 06.2013
- Assessed extent of injuries or illnesses to provide direction for medical procedures once in hospital setting.
- Delivered basic, advanced and critical care to injured and ill patients traveling to hospital trauma centers via aircraft.
- Conducted thorough post-flight debriefings to identify areas for improvement in future missions.
- Regularly attended conferences and seminars related to the field of Flight Medicine, expanding knowledge base for improved performance on duty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM08.2015
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Quality Improvement
- Critical Thinking
- Department management
- Conflict Management
- Performance Improvement
- Budget Management
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
- CCRN-K
- ACLS/BLS
- NIH
- RN
Timeline
Nurse Manager
UCHealth Memorial North Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Neuro Trauma ICU Associate Nurse Manager
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2021
Neuro Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
12.2016 - 12.2019
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Indian Health Services
09.2015 - 10.2016
Combat/Flight Medic
United States Army
05.2006 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
- CCRN-K
- ACLS/BLS
- NIH
- RN
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