CAITLIN FAUGHT
SHORELINE,WA
Summary
Accomplished RN with a strong background in interventional radiology and critical care, notably at Harborview Medical Center. Expert in radiology procedures and sedation management, complemented by compassionate patient care and excellent communication. Proven leadership in improving service delivery and fostering teamwork for optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates critical thinking and quality improvements in high-stakes environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Interventional Radiology
UWMC ML Campus
Seattle, WA
10.2011 - Current
- Assessed the patient's condition and prepared them for the intervention by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have had.
- Notified physicians whenever patient assessments revealed issues or problems.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments, monitoring vital signs, patients' responses to medications, and reporting any changes or reactions to physicians.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical data in order to provide high quality nursing care for interventional radiology patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient's medical history, condition, treatments, progress notes and discharge instructions for each case.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations involving radiology patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging, stressful situations, promoting recovery.
- Developed effective relationships with providers and staff. Collaborated with the team to improve the timely delivery of services.
- Provided guidance, leadership, and support to team members.
RN, MCICU
Harborview Medical Center, Level I Trauma Center
Seattle, WA
09.2002 - 09.2011
- Performed daily assessments of all ICU patients, evaluated patient's response to treatments and developed individualized plans of care.
- The charge nurse went to codes and helped during code blue emergencies.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, laboratory values, physical assessments, cardiac rhythms and medication administration.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations quickly and effectively.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided end-of-life care.
RN Trauma/Ortho
Harborview Medical Center, Level I Trauma Center
Seattle, WA
01.1998 - 09.2002
- Provided direct care for orthopedic patients including wound care, administering medications and injections, and assisting with rehabilitation exercises.
- Maintained detailed records of patient medical histories, treatments, medications, test results, and progress notes.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team consisting of physicians, surgeons, therapists, case managers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Instructed patient and family on proper use and care of bandages, braces, splints and prostheses and verified patient and family readiness before discharge.
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists, case managers and physicians during treatment, examination and testing.
- Aided patients with functional mobility and daily task performance to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Monitored surgical sites for signs of infection and maintained optimal wound hygiene.
- Taught patients how to use devices, care for wounds and prevent complications with proper care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rivier University
Nashua, NH06-1998
Skills
- Compassionate patient care
- Sedation management
- Excellent communication
- Strong clinical judgment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quality improvements
- Radiology procedures
- Critical care
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- IABP
Accomplishments
- Current Interim Assistant Nurse Manager
- LPC
- Charge nurse MCICU
- Charge nurse Radiology
Affiliations
- Mother of two and recent grandmother.
- Enjoy live music, reading and cooking.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN Interventional Radiology
UWMC ML Campus
10.2011 - Current
RN, MCICU
Harborview Medical Center, Level I Trauma Center
09.2002 - 09.2011
RN Trauma/Ortho
Harborview Medical Center, Level I Trauma Center
01.1998 - 09.2002
- BLS
- ACLS
- IABP
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rivier University
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