Catina Madison

• Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
• Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patient conditions and reporting to physicians promptly.
• Maintained strict adherence infection control protocols guidelines when providing care patients homes limiting potential spread germs/viruses among vulnerable populations.
• Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility support while maintaining dignity and independence.
• Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons, and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

• Collected laboratory samples and performed testing in accordance with established policies and procedures and COLA and CLIA regulations.
• Fostered professional collaboration and participation of staff in decisions affecting patient care and practice environment.
• Assembled equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures in specialty service areas.
• Adhered to required infection control, isolation procedures and aseptic techniques in delivery of patient care.
• Observed and recorded signs, symptoms, behaviors and physiological status of patient.
• Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
• Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
• Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.

Travel assignment for 13 weeks but have extended 2 more times. COVID nurse mainly but utilized to different floors as well. Floated to ER, PCU, CVSU and MOU multiple times.

Travel assignment during COVID Pandemic. Started 8 week contract and extended for another 13 weeks.

• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
• Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
• Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including Central Line Insertion, Arterial Line Insertion, Chest Tube insertion, and Intubation procedures
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
• Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
• Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
• Audited charts daily and reviewed all clinical documents to verify accuracy and completeness, progress towards core measurable targets and completion of appropriate patient health education
• Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and CPM workshops
• Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
• Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
• Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
• Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
• Cared for patients in 18-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
• Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
• Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
• Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
• Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
• Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
• Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management
• Provided exceptional care to 2 high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation

• Supervised 4-bed ICU unit, and monitoried 4 telemetry while providing direct patient care to acutely ill patients
• Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs
• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
• Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care
• Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease
• Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
• Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
• Assisted with insertion and managed central, arterial and PICC lines
• In this time I worked Med/Surg, ICU and ER for 5 of the 6 yrs until all inpatient services were suspended.