Caitlyn Vernon
Bridgeport,WV
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
United Hospital Center
Bridgeport, WV
11.2023 - Current
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
MedExpress Urgent Care
10.2014 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Registered Nurse
United Hospital Center
11.2012 - 10.2014
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Managed caseload of 5-7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV05.2011
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
United Technical Center
Clarksburg, WV06.2009
High School Diploma -
Bridgeport High School
Bridgeport05.2005
Skills
- Medical Evaluations
- Medication Distribution
- Intravenous Therapy
- Administering Immunizations
- Patient Education
- Wound Care
Certification
Urine and Hair Drug Screen collector
Breath Alcohol Technician
Oncology Nursing Society Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
United Hospital Center
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
MedExpress Urgent Care
10.2014 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
United Hospital Center
11.2012 - 10.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fairmont State University
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
United Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Bridgeport High School
Urine and Hair Drug Screen collector
Breath Alcohol Technician
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