CATHERINE WESTENHAVER
RN
BEAVER,OK
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Beaver County Nursing Home, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and compassion, enhancing patient outcomes through effective care planning and education. Proven ability to lead nursing staff and foster teamwork, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Healthcare professional prepared for nursing roles, bringing substantial experience in patient care and medical procedures. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes, adaptable to changing healthcare needs. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, coupled with compassionate approach.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
RN. DON
Beaver County Nursing Home
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation processes.
- Supported nursing staff with routine tasks and care procedures.
- Learned to operate medical equipment under supervision.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Observed and reported changes in patient conditions effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient comfort.
- Participated in training sessions on safety protocols and best practices.
- Engaged in continuous education to improve clinical knowledge base.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
RN/Office Manager
Bennett Clinic
08.2008 - 06.2018
RN
Bombach Clinic
08.2003 - 10.2006
RN Floor Nurse
SWMC Hospital
08.1999 - 05.2003
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to established protocols and nursing standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, promptly reporting changes to medical staff.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of treatment plans.
LPN
Beaver County Hospital
08.1998 - 08.1999
CNA
Beaver County Nursing Home
08.1994 - 05.1996
High School Secretary
Beaver High School
04.1991 - 04.1994
Office Manager
Calhoon Clinic
07.1982 - 07.1991
Assistant in Clinic
Urology Clinic
07.1980 - 07.1982
Education
High School Diploma -
BEAVER HIGH SCHOOL
Beaver, OK05-1976
Associate - Nursing
Seward County Community College
Liberal, KS 08.1997 - 05.1999
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Geriatric care
- Health promotion
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Patient assessments
- Team coordination
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Patient care
- Physical assessments
- Staff supervision
- Nursing staff leadership
- Infection control measures
- Licensed RN
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- HIPAA education
- EMR / EHR
- Emotional awareness
- Family education
- Chronic disease management
- Long-term care
- Patient care planning
- ADL assistance
- Diabetes management
- Vaccine administration
- Hospice care
- Taking vitals
- Emergency response
- Emergency procedures
- Family advocacy
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Medication distribution
- Chart updating
- Emotional intelligence
- Personal care needs
- Diabetes and nutrition education
Timeline
RN. DON
Beaver County Nursing Home
08.2020 - Current
RN/Office Manager
Bennett Clinic
08.2008 - 06.2018
RN
Bombach Clinic
08.2003 - 10.2006
RN Floor Nurse
SWMC Hospital
08.1999 - 05.2003
LPN
Beaver County Hospital
08.1998 - 08.1999
Associate - Nursing
Seward County Community College
08.1997 - 05.1999
CNA
Beaver County Nursing Home
08.1994 - 05.1996
High School Secretary
Beaver High School
04.1991 - 04.1994
Office Manager
Calhoon Clinic
07.1982 - 07.1991
Assistant in Clinic
Urology Clinic
07.1980 - 07.1982
High School Diploma -
BEAVER HIGH SCHOOL
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