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Caitlyn Horton

Summary

Healthcare professional skilled in leadership, managing nursing operations, and optimizing patient care. Adept at implementing healthcare protocols and improving patient outcomes through effective leadership and problem-solving. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results in dynamic healthcare environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Manager

TriStar Centennial Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
  • Managed nursing care and staff for a 25 bed malignant hematology and cellular therapy unit.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.

Clinical Nurse Coordinator

TriStar Centennial Medical Center
08.2017 - 04.2024
  • Served on Unit Based Practice Council, certified preceptor to new hires, voted “Star of the Quarter” by co-workers.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Managed staffing needs by creating schedules, adjusting assignments based on patient acuity levels, and delegating tasks efficiently.

Registered Nurse II, Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant

Medical University of SC
11.2015 - 07.2017
  • Cared for 3-4 patients on a 42 bed unit and collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to provide state-of-the-art cancer care including clinical research trials and bone marrow transplants.
  • Used Epic to document assessments and medication administration
  • Was voted “2017 Nurse of the Year” by co-workers and management and was a member on Unit Council
  • Served as a preceptor to new graduate nurses hired to the unit, providing ten weeks of orientation education

Dental Assistant

Dr. Jeffrey Bayne
06.2013 - 10.2014
  • Obtained medical history, took x-rays, and assisted dentist with a variety of procedures
  • Ensured office followed exemplary infection control policies and sterilization protocols
  • Provided comfort and education to patients

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
08.2015

MSN - Nursing Leadership And Management

Galen College of Nursing
09-2026

Bachelor of Science Degree - Biology

Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC
05.2011

Skills

  • Staff supervision and development
  • Staff coaching and mentoring
  • Quality improvement
  • Critical thinking
  • Department management
  • Clinical expertise

Certification

  • Tennessee Registered Nurse License #226693-current
  • Basic Life Support-current
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support-current
  • ONCC Blood & Marrow Transplant Certification-current
  • ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certificate-current

Timeline

Nurse Manager

TriStar Centennial Medical Center
04.2024 - Current

Clinical Nurse Coordinator

TriStar Centennial Medical Center
08.2017 - 04.2024

Registered Nurse II, Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant

Medical University of SC
11.2015 - 07.2017

Dental Assistant

Dr. Jeffrey Bayne
06.2013 - 10.2014

Bachelor of Nursing -

Medical University of South Carolina

MSN - Nursing Leadership And Management

Galen College of Nursing

Bachelor of Science Degree - Biology

Wofford College

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