Catherine N. Horn
Ponchatoula,LA
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate board certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with 17 years of nursing experience with the most recent 6 years in an active APRN role. Comprehensive experience providing quality patient care and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations of adults specializing in Geriatrics and Nephrology. Skilled at analyzing patient histories, conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting lab testing and prescribing treatments or medications to address diverse conditions. In-depth knowledge of EPIC and eClinicalWorks EMR Software. Adept at building strong relationships with patients and families. Passionate about patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits to to achieve best possible patient outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ambulatory Nephrology Nurse Practitioner
Ochsner Medical Center Of Baton Rouge
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinated and delivered direct care to established nephrology patients with AKI, CKD, post-transplant, and hospital follow-ups by conducting assessments and thorough patient interviews in ambulatory clinic setting.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Educated patients on diagnosis and condition management, offering advisement on preventive care and available treatment options.
- Communicated empathetically with patients concerning lifestyle factors affecting kidney health, such as diet or medication compliance, and provided information on course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Monitored patient progress with follow-up visits and messaging adjusting treatments accordingly.
- Provided weekly care while rounding on incenter hemodialysis patients by collaborating with interdisciplinary team, providing education, managing blood pressure, and target weights, reviewing lab indices, adjusting dialysate baths, and prescribing medication and refills.
Nurse Practitioner
Peoples Health
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Provided patient-centered care in avariety of clinical settings including in person in office or the patient's home setting as well as via telehealth virtual visits.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
Clinical Care Coordinator/Dialysis Charge Nurse
DaVita
05.2009 - 02.2018
- Self-motivated registered nurse responsible for managing all aspects of clinical patient care in fast-paced environment with diverse and complex population.
- Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Total patient care for all clinic patients including pre and post-treatment assessments, intravenous medication administration, and monitoring responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patients.
- Documented details regarding scheduled therapies to keep patient charts updated as well as monthly and quarterly care plans.
- Educated and explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Headed interdisciplinary team rounds with physicians weekly and conducted patient and/or family care conferences
- Acted as infection control and vascular manager and evaluated/managed lab results biweekly for anemia management.
Director of Nursing
Waldon Healthcare Center
01.2009 - 05.2009
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Planned and assigned workload to nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Worked closely with administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Waldon Healthcare Center
11.2008 - 01.2009
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
Registered Nurse, PRN
Psychiatric Pavilion Of New Orleans
06.2006 - 11.2008
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Registered Nurse, Clinical Manager
Dr. Cathy Swain-Jones, MD
01.2007 - 08.2007
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Tulane Lakeside Hospital
08.2006 - 01.2007
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to foster smooth transitions of newborns to maternal child unit.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontologic Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of The Lake College
Baton Rouge, Louisiana05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA08.2003
High School Diploma -
Mount Carmel Academy
New Orleans, Louisiana05.1999
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Computer Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Quality Assurance
Certification
- AANP Certified Adult-Geron Primary Care Nurse Practitioner #AP09767
- LSBN Licensure #RN115719
- National Provider Identifier #1023516341
- BLS Certified for Healthcare Providers
Timeline
Ambulatory Nephrology Nurse Practitioner
Ochsner Medical Center Of Baton Rouge
03.2022 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Peoples Health
03.2018 - 01.2022
Clinical Care Coordinator/Dialysis Charge Nurse
DaVita
05.2009 - 02.2018
Director of Nursing
Waldon Healthcare Center
01.2009 - 05.2009
Assistant Director of Nursing
Waldon Healthcare Center
11.2008 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse, Clinical Manager
Dr. Cathy Swain-Jones, MD
01.2007 - 08.2007
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Tulane Lakeside Hospital
08.2006 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse, PRN
Psychiatric Pavilion Of New Orleans
06.2006 - 11.2008
Master of Science - Adult Gerontologic Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Associate of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of The Lake College
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Louisiana State University And A&M College
High School Diploma -
Mount Carmel Academy
- AANP Certified Adult-Geron Primary Care Nurse Practitioner #AP09767
- LSBN Licensure #RN115719
- National Provider Identifier #1023516341
- BLS Certified for Healthcare Providers
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