Caitlin Willett
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic registered nurse with 8 years of direct patient care experience at the bedside whose passion is to work in a caring environment where safety and patient advocacy are top priorities. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Organized and dependable candidate that believes learning is a life-long process and striving for excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
The Ohio State University
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided targeted care and treatment to patients in liver, kidney, respiratory failure requiring pronation, and septic shock.
- Experience with Sengstaken-Blakemore and Minnesota tube.
- Collaborated with other team members during emergencies such as code blue by delivering high quality CPR or administering life saving medications
- Provided compassionate extubation and withdrawal of care as well as caring for families by providing therapeutic communication
- Managed complex IV infusion therapies for critically ill patients requiring precise titration of medications or continuous monitoring throughout treatment course.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as intubation or central line insertion, ensuring optimal patient comfort while minimizing risk of complications.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Effectively prioritized interventions for multiple patients under high-stress conditions, maintaining optimal quality of care.
- Provided unbiased care and treatment to inmates from the London Correctional Facility.
- Vent management, drip titration
Registered Nurse, Hospice
OhioHealth Hospice
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Provided in depth education to patients and family members regarding medication administration.
- Identification of the patient transitioning into the actively dying phase of care.
- Collaboration with physician in determining the level of care the patient needs.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
OhioHealth
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Caring for variety of patients in the ICU and step down units across OhioHealth's central hospitals.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Advocated for quality care for the patients during their hospital stay.
- Experience with being flexible and floating multiple times during the shift to help staffing on various units throughout the hospital.
Registered Nurse, ICU
OhioHealth Grant Hospital
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients upon admission to the ICU, identifying urgent needs and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Cared for a vast range of critically ill patients including trauma (MVC/GSW), neuro, respiratory failure requiring intubation and vent management, post-arrest, kidney and liver failure, and shock.
- Experience administering massive blood transfusion, EVD monitoring, ABG interpretation, chest tube care, arterial and central lines.
- Experience with COVID-19 pandemic managing patients with multiple drip titrations, pronation, and CRRT.
- Experience with compassionate extubation, withdrawal of care, and therapeutic communication with families.
Registered Nurse, PACU
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Streamlined the discharge process for PACU patients, ensuring thorough education on home care instructions and follow-up appointments.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Managed caseload of 6-7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Florida Hospital Tampa
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Management of care of infectious disease patients such as HIV and Hepatitis
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH04.2016
Skills
- ACLS, BLS certified
- Emergency Interventions
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Telemetry monitoring
- ABG Interpretation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Chest Tube Management
- Endotracheal Intubations
- Central Line Management
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- End of Life Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Calm Under Pressure
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
The Ohio State University
08.2022 - 07.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, Hospice
OhioHealth Hospice
08.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
OhioHealth
12.2020 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, ICU
OhioHealth Grant Hospital
06.2019 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse, PACU
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
06.2017 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Florida Hospital Tampa
07.2016 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Nursing
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
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