Catrina Williams
Licensed Practical Nurse (220484)
Houma,LA
Summary
Dedicated Treatment Nurse with expertise in wound care and infection control at Jefferson Healthcare Center. Achieved improved patient outcomes through compassionate care and meticulous clinical documentation. Skilled in medication administration and patient education, fostering effective communication and collaboration among healthcare teams. Committed to quality assurance and enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive, empathetic service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Treatment Nurse
Jefferson Healthcare Center
04.2025 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications as part of wound treatment regimens, promoting proper healing.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate wound care treatments.
- Supported infection control initiatives by adhering to strict hygiene standards when performing wound care tasks.
- Participated in quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing the overall effectiveness of the Treatment Nurse role within the facility.
- Served as a liaison between patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication about treatment plans.
- Educated patients and their families on wound care management, promoting a faster healing process.
- Reduced infection rates through diligent monitoring and proper treatment of patients'' wounds.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to evaluate progress and adjust treatments accordingly.
- Managed inventory of wound care supplies, guaranteeing availability of necessary materials for effective treatments.
- Streamlined documentation processes for better care coordination among the healthcare team.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging wound care techniques, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Floor Nurse
Cheateau Terrebonne Health Care
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth and development.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Administered medications safely according to physician orders, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or interactions among drugs.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Increased efficiency in documentation by utilizing electronic health record systems effectively and accurately.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Reduced medication errors with diligent attention to detail during medication administration.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in long term care environment.
- Helped patients feel comfortable by adjusting positions and engaging in casual conversation.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
- Managed the care of diverse patient populations, adapting my nursing interventions to meet their unique needs and preferences.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations, providing critical interventions under high-pressure circumstances.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Actively sought opportunities for continuing education relevant to my role as a floor nurse in order maintain up-to-date knowledge about emerging trends within the profession.
- Streamlined shift change processes by creating efficient report sheets to communicate vital information among staff.
- Served as a patient advocate, collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate treatment options were pursued.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through compassionate care and effective communication.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Floor Licensed Practical Nurse
The Broadway Elder
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures as needed, enabling accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate medical records by thoroughly documenting all nursing interventions, evaluations, and updates in patient status.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, easing their pain and providing emotional support to families during a difficult time.
- Reduced medication errors through diligent administration and careful documentation of medications for patients.
- Proactively addressed staffing shortages by adjusting schedules when possible or volunteering to cover shifts when needed, ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies, reducing the occurrence of patient falls and related injuries.
- Conducted thorough shift-to-shift report handoffs, ensuring continuity of care and enhancing patient safety across all shifts.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in long term care environment.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Staff Nurse
South Lafourche Nursing and Rehab
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in long term care environment.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Waldon Healthcare Center
01.2016 - 03.2019
- Led team meetings to discuss patient progress, review new policies or procedures, and strategize ways to improve overall department performance.
- Facilitated seamless shift transitions by establishing clear handoff procedures between incoming and outgoing nursing staff members.
- Conducted regular audits on patient files, ensuring all documentation was up-to-date and compliant with state and federal regulations.
- Increased efficiency in daily operations by delegating tasks to LPNs based on their skill sets and competencies.
- Ensured proper documentation of all nursing activities for accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulations.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective conflict resolution strategies among nursing staff members when necessary.
- Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
- Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams to provide a consistent level of care for patients.
- Oversaw medication passes and all direct patient care.
- Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
- Managed inventory control processes efficiently which maintained an adequate supply of essential medical items while minimizing waste or overstock situations.
- Maintained high standards of safety by regularly inspecting equipment, supplies, and facilities for cleanliness and functionality.
- Reduced instances of medication errors by implementing strict protocols for double-checking dosages and potential interactions.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing new admission packets , and staffing for units.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
L. E. Fletcher Community College
Schriever, LA05-2002
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Ethical practice
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Wound care expertise
- Diabetic foot care
- Vital signs
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Documenting intake
- Documentation accuracy
- Physical assessment
- Caregiving skills
- Patient assessments
- End-of-life care
- Pain management
- Immunization administration
- Breathing treatments
- Medication dispensing
- Family communication
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Transcribing orders
- Preventive care
- ADL assistance
- Geriatric care
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Patient intake
- Diabetes management
- Staff supervision
- Quality assurance
- Palliative care
- Patient evaluations
- Emergency response
- Health education
- Behavioral assessment
- Maintaining nutrition
- Licensed practical nurse
- Caring for wounds
- Medical records security
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Staff direction and task delegation
- HIPAA protocols
- Educating families
- Documenting incidents
- Charting and recording
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Counting narcotics
- Tracking symptoms
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Basic life support
Work Availability
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Timeline
Treatment Nurse
Jefferson Healthcare Center
04.2025 - Current
Floor Nurse
Cheateau Terrebonne Health Care
08.2023 - 07.2025
Floor Licensed Practical Nurse
The Broadway Elder
01.2021 - 06.2023
Staff Nurse
South Lafourche Nursing and Rehab
03.2019 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Waldon Healthcare Center
01.2016 - 03.2019
No Degree - Nursing
L. E. Fletcher Community College
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