Caitlin Survila
Cameron,WI
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with proven expertise at Meadowbrook Senior Living, excelling in patient advocacy and clinical leadership. Successfully developed individualized care plans, enhancing resident satisfaction and outcomes. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and care coordination, fostering a safe environment while ensuring high-quality care through effective team collaboration and decision-making.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Meadowbrook Senior Living at Chetek
Chetek
05.2022 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality resident care and compliance with safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for residents based on comprehensive assessments.
- Coordinated medication administration and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
- Conducted regular health assessments to identify changes in residents' conditions and initiate interventions.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring resident orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Advocated for resident needs, resulting in improved resident outcomes and satisfaction.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on resident care instructions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to detect changes in condition.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping resident's regain or improve coping abilities.
Charge Nurse
Davita Kidney Care
Rice Lake, WI
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Administered dialysis treatments while monitoring patient vitals and ensuring comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on treatment processes, dietary restrictions, and health maintenance strategies.
- Ensured ongoing professional development through participation in continuing education courses and maintaining familiarity with advancements in nephrology nursing practice.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff and physicians, ensuring timely updates on patient progress and effective adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during difficult emotional periods, fostering a positive treatment experience.
- Ensured optimal vascular access function by performing regular assessments, troubleshooting complications promptly, and collaborating with surgeons when necessary.
- Assessed emergency situations and executed decisive actions to preserve lives.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Meadowbrook Senior Living at Chetek
Chetek, WI
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored resident vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety and compliance.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete resident information to address resident problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwoods Technical College
Rice Lake, WI05-2022
Skills
Decision-making
Clinical leadership
Care coordination
Team leadership
HIPAA compliance
Patient assessments
Patient advocacy
Quality improvement
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Davita Kidney Care
10.2024 - 04.2025
Charge Nurse
Meadowbrook Senior Living at Chetek
05.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Meadowbrook Senior Living at Chetek
06.2021 - 05.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwoods Technical College