Corinne M. Kaster
Cobb,WI
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital
2500 Overlook Terrace, Madison WI 53705
11.2020 - 03.2026
- Rooming patients and clearly explaining to them what they need to do to get ready for their surgery.
- Administering ordered tests such as: Covid 19 nasal swabs or Covid 19 Antigen tests, MRSA swabs, obtaining urine specimens, POC Blood Glucose testing.
- Patient vitals and record them in EHR.
- Clipping patients
- Set up, clean, and restock patient prep rooms
- Bag up and label patient belongings.
- Transport patients to different floors as needed
- Order “snacks” to be delivered daily to the unit
- Restocking IV Trays
- Monthly “Outdates”
Substitute Unit MSA/HUC
William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital
2500 Overlook Terrace Madison WI 53705
11.2020 - 03.2026
- Answering phones
- Keep the surgical board up-to-date
- Surgical patient chart review. I review for any lab work, if missing, I have to add the correct lab tests. Print all lab labels, print patient name labels, print patient ID. Bracelets.
- Review to see if all required patient notes and orders are in the chart
- Fill out required forms such as Type and Screen, ABORH, Eye Drop sheets.
- Schedule patient procedures and include the proper amount of “prep time” before the scheduled procedure.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Resident Manager
Stonefield Apartment Homes
407 E Madison Street #54 Dodgeville WI 53533
05.2018 - 11.2020
- Managed daily operations of residential community, ensuring high standards of maintenance and resident satisfaction.
- Maintain inventory
- Maintain Apartment Log Sheets for 52 units
- Conducted regular property inspections to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Reported and documented maintenance requests and scheduled appropriate services.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth functioning of the residential complex.
- Increased tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing maintenance requests and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Conducted property move-ins, move-outs and walk-through inspections.
Nursing Assistant
Stonefield Apartment Homes
407 E Madison Street #54 Dodgeville WI 53533
11.2014 - 11.2020
- Order and administer medications or treatments as directed by a physician.
- Document and report observations of patient behavior, complaints, and physical symptoms to the facility manager.
- Maintain Medication Administration Records, Medication Destruction Records, and patient records
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Education
State License And National Registry Certification - NREMT
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Fennimore WI04.2016
Certification of Completion - Phlebotomy
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Fennimore WI02.2015
NRCMA/AAMA Certification - Certified Medical Assistant
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Fennimore WI05.2014
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Basic life support
- Recording vital signs
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mobility assistance
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic charting
- Companionship and emotional support
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- Specimen collection
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital
11.2020 - 03.2026
Substitute Unit MSA/HUC
William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital
11.2020 - 03.2026
Resident Manager
Stonefield Apartment Homes
05.2018 - 11.2020
Nursing Assistant
Stonefield Apartment Homes
11.2014 - 11.2020
State License And National Registry Certification - NREMT
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Certification of Completion - Phlebotomy
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
NRCMA/AAMA Certification - Certified Medical Assistant
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College