Cathy Garrison
Loves Park,IL
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at DaVita, excelling in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven ability to conduct thorough assessments and educate patients, fostering a compassionate care environment. Skilled in team coordination and precepting, contributing to high-quality patient outcomes and a supportive workplace culture.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
DaVita
07.2017 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH03-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL05-2017
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Collecting vitals
- Precepting
- Team coordination
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Certification
- CPR Training - Every two years
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 8 years
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DaVita
07.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rock Valley College