KARI ARNOLD

2355 Big Nose Drive Centre, AL 35960 | 256-557-6301 | kariarnold0412@gmail.com

SUMMARY

Registered nurse working in an intensive care position within a progressive medical center that allows me to
use my hard work ethic, flexibility, and adaptability to change of environment and work schedule. Track record
of maintaining critical thinking skills essential to providing competent and dignified patient care. Personable
with a positive attitude working effectively with patients, families, and nursing staff.

EDUCATION

Jacksonville State University | Jacksonville, AL Graduated: August 2021

Bachelor of Science, Nursing

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Redmond Regional Medical Center | Critical Care | Rome, GA May 2021 – August 2021
 Working towards 180 clinical hours functioning in the role of a registered nurse, working directly under
the supervision of a licensed registered nurse.
 Gaining experience in focused assessments, Foley catheter and nasogastric tube insertions,
medication administration, caring for critically ill patients, and working with an interdisciplinary team.
Gadsden Regional Medical Center | Intensive Care | Gadsden, AL January 2021 – April 2021
 Performed Foley catheter insertions and nasogastric tube insertions, participated in medication
preparation and administration, and provided wound care.
 Provided care to ventilated and/or critically ill patients, assisted with activities of daily living, performed
focused assessments, used the nursing process to implement interventions into the plan of care, and
documented through electronic charting.
Community Health | Various Community Sites | Anniston, AL January 2021 – April 2021
 Provided care to insured and uninsured patients, encouraged participation in support groups and health
promotion activities, educated on community resources available, performed medication administration.
Gadsden Regional Medical Center | Obstetrics | Gadsden, AL September 2020 – November 2020
 Assisted with the laboring process and newborn deliveries, performed medication administration (oral,
parenteral, and intravenous), provided postpartum care, educated families on newborn care, and
provided care to newborn babies.
Children’s Hospital of Alabama | 10 Quarterback | Birmingham, AL November 2020
 Provided tracheostomy care, performed medication administration (oral, parenteral, intravenous, and
gastric tube), and incorporated care plans into the care of pediatric patients.
Gadsden Regional Medical Center | Medical-Surgical Unit | Gadsden, AL February 2020 – April 2020
 Obtained vital signs, performed detailed assessments, electronic documentation, analyzed laboratory
values, and assisted with medication administration.
Grandview Medical Center | Pediatric Psychiatry | Birmingham, AL March 2020
 Participated in therapeutic communication, encouraged participation in group therapy, performed
mental health assessments, and educated on coping strategies and stress management techniques.
Northside Healthcare | Geriatrics | Gadsden, AL September 2019 – November 2019
 Assisted in activities of daily living, aided in physical therapy, administered gastric tube and nasogastric
tube medication, assisted in wound dressing changes, and performed detailed assessments.
 ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Advent Health Redmond | Registered Nurse | Rome, GA September 2021 - Present

 Working in Cardiac Care Unit taking care of critical patients. Perform tasks including Foley insertions,
nasogastric tube insertions, wound care, assisting with intubations and extubations, medication
administration, titrating critical drips, IV insertions, and focused assessments to implement interventions
into a plan of care.
 Working as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide the best care to ventilated and/or critically ill
patients as well as providing education and support to patients and their families.
 Taking on 1:1 assigned patients including CRRT, targeted temperature management, intra-aortic
balloon pumps, and impellas.
 Participating in leadership roles that include charge nurse, precepting students, and being a member of
unit counsel.
Top O’ the River | Server | Gadsden, AL March 2018 – September 2021
 Worked in a fast-paced environment, communicated with customers and staff, and managed several
different tasks.
City of Centre | Lifeguard | Centre, AL May 2017 – August 2017
 Supervised children and adults while swimming or participating in activities outside of the pool.

LICENSURES & CERTIFICATIONS

 Alabama State Registered Nurse License

 BCLS Certification
 Mental Health First Aid Certification
 ACLS Certification

CAMPUS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

 Member | Phi Mu Fraternity | August 2017 – May 2021

 Treasurer | Phi Mu Fraternity | December 2018 – December 2019
 Member | Jacksonville Association of Nursing Students (JANS) | August 2019 – August 2021
 Member | Unit Counsel for Cardiac Care Unit | May 2022 - Present