Cat Drago
Austin,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Dell Children's Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for cost containment while maintaining quality of care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in development of comprehensive treatment plans.
School Clinic Nurse
Pflugerville ISD
08.2014 - 05.2023
- Provided health services for 1200 school students and faculty.
- Performed emergency triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members, staff, and parents to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Completed yearly state mandated screenings.
- Provided trainings to staff and student nurses.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices in nursing care.
Nurse, Adult ICU
Seton Medical Center Austin
01.2012 - 04.2014
- Provided care for patients in critical health including patients with ventilators, dialysis, vasopressors, insulin drips, etc.
- Supported patients and families with health education and therapeutic communication.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
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Seton Medical Center Austin
06.2011 - 01.2012
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Specialized in OBGYN and Davinci Robotic surgery
- Collaborated with anesthesia, nursing, and doctors to maintain standards of care in the operating room.
- Strictly adhered to standards of care across perioperative continuum
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Scott And White Medical Center
05.2008 - 06.2011
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Specialized in trauma surgery and reconstructive plastic surgery, with additional experience in the specialties of: general, oral, maxillofacial, colorectal, obstetrics & genecology, neurology, urology, orthopedics, and pediatric surgeries.
- Collaborated with anesthesia, nursing, and doctors to maintain standards of care in the operating room.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX05.2008
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Infectious Disease Control
- Emergency Care
- Medical Screening
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Family Education
- Accurate Documentation
- Large group training courses
Certification
Registered Nurse, 2008-Present
CPR Certification-Present
Hearing Screening Certification Instructor- 2015 to present
Vision Screening Certification Instructor- 2015 to present
Seasoned nursing student preceptor
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Dell Children's Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
School Clinic Nurse
Pflugerville ISD
08.2014 - 05.2023
Nurse, Adult ICU
Seton Medical Center Austin
01.2012 - 04.2014
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Seton Medical Center Austin
06.2011 - 01.2012
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Scott And White Medical Center
05.2008 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor