Catherine Carkhuff
New London,IA
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager
Nurse at Home
Burlington , IA
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported any significant changes in patient conditions.
- Communicated effectively with physicians to address patient concerns and treatment needs.
- Documented nursing assessments and care plans in electronic health record systems.
- Conducted thorough assessments and provided wound care as needed.
Paraeducator
Mt. Pleasant Community School District
Mt. Pleasant, USA
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to promote positive student engagement.
- Served as classroom aide to teachers and worked one-on-one with special needs students.
- Supported students with special needs during classroom activities and assessments.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized education plans for students.
- Organized classroom resources and materials for effective learning environments.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
- Supervised students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
rn-staff Nurse
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
Iowa City, USA
08.2015 - 02.2019
- Assess and Identify patients needs, implement & monitor patient medical plans and treatment.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices in patient care.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current with best practices in nursing care.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
CNA
Arbor Court
08.2008 - 05.2015
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
CNA
Sunrise Terrace Care Center
03.2003 - 08.2008
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Southeastern Community College
Burlington, IA05-2015
High School Diploma -
Mt. Pleasant Community High School
Mount Pleasant, IA05.2005
Skills
- Wound care management
- End-of-life care
- Tracheostomy care
- Catheter care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Individualized care plans
- Geriatric nursing experience
- Post-surgical care
- Basic life support
- Diabetes management
- Medical equipment operation
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Nurse at Home
12.2023 - 03.2025
Paraeducator
Mt. Pleasant Community School District
08.2021 - 12.2022
rn-staff Nurse
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
08.2015 - 02.2019
CNA
Arbor Court
08.2008 - 05.2015
CNA
Sunrise Terrace Care Center
03.2003 - 08.2008
ADN - Nursing
Southeastern Community College
High School Diploma -
Mt. Pleasant Community High School
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