Emily Kaatz
Fargo,ND
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Licensed Practical Nurse looking to provide exemplary patient care and be part of a team that makes a difference. Brings a positive attitude and is looking forward to learning new things every day.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health Care, ESA
Moorhead, MN
09.2023 - Current
- Provided patient-centered care according to the pediatric patient's care plan and diagnosis
- Obtained vital signs and monitored for changed outside the client's baseline
- Completed a physical assessment of the client to determine baseline and abnormal findings
- Assisted client's with activities of daily living (bathing, toileting, dressing, eating, transportation, etc.)
- Performed tracheostomy care and maintenance
- Monitored ventilator settings and use
- Performed GJT care and maintenance as well as tube feeding and preparation
- Assisted client with physical, speech, and occupational therapies
- Provided client with activities of play that involved age-appropriate developmental and cognitive skills
- Accompanied the client to elementary school and assisted client with educational, medical, physical, and emotional needs
- Transported client medical equipment when traveling or at school
- Accompanied client and PCG to medical appointments
- Collaborated with each client's interdisciplinary team regarding client care plans and concerns
- Charted client care in a timely and effective manner
- Utilized the chain-of-command when reporting findings and follow-ups
- Prevented the spread of infection by utilizing standard precautions
- Practiced within the scope of practice of the LPN and adhered to the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act
Licensed Practical Nurse
Vibra Hospital of Fargo
Fargo, ND
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided patient-centered care to each patient regarding their specific diagnosis or care plan
- Obtained vital signs of each patient and monitored for results outside of that patient's baseline
- Completed a physical assessment of each patient to determine baseline and abnormal findings
- Performed patient procedures within the scope of practice of the LPN (IV therapy, blood glucose monitoring, catheterization, telemetry, wound care, PICC line dressing changes, tube feedings, etc.)
- Obtained lab specimens in a timely manner (urine, stool, blood, sputum)
- Administered medications within the scope of practice of the LPN
- Assisted the RN with procedures
- Assisted client's with activities of daily living (bathing, toileting, dressing, eating)
- Minimized the spread of infection through standard precautions
- Documented all care in a timely manner
- Utilized the chain-of-command when reporting abnormal findings
- Practiced within the LPN Scope of Practice and adhered to the North Dakota Nurse Practice Act
Direct Support Professional
Sevita
Alexandria, MN
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided care to clients with physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living (bathing, toileting, dressing, eating, etc.)
- Prepared and cooked meals for each client based on their dietary needs/restrictions
- Acquired and maintained rapport with each client
- Administered medications to each client according to the MAR
- Charted client care in the MAR/TAR
- Provided treatments and exercises to increase independence and learning for the clients
- Transported clients to appointments or activities
- Monitored clients for change in physical or mental status
- Followed chain-of-command by reporting abnormal findings to the supervisor in charge
Certified Nurse's Assistant
Knute Nelson and Alomere Health Hospital
Alexandria, MN
05.2019 - 04.2022
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, etc.)
- Monitored the well-being of clients by attending to call lights
- Learned how to care for client's of various medical backgrounds including Alzheimer's, Dementia, Hepatitis, C-diff, Covid-19, post surgical, renal failure, liver failure, heart failure, heart attack, etc.
- Gained experience in many different environments including long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, pre/post-surgical care, emergency care, and acute care
- Maintained the dignity of clients by adhering to HIPAA laws and regulations
- Minimized the spread of infection through standard precautions
- Documented care in a timely manner
- Followed the chain of command by reporting findings to the proper personnel
Education
Diploma of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Alexandria Technical And Community College
Alexandria, MN12-2022
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Empathy
- Patience
- Teamwork
Certification
- BLS/CPR
- First aid
- IV therapy
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Recipient (Vibra Hospital, 2022)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health Care, ESA
09.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Vibra Hospital of Fargo
12.2022 - 09.2023
Direct Support Professional
Sevita
04.2022 - 11.2022
Certified Nurse's Assistant
Knute Nelson and Alomere Health Hospital
05.2019 - 04.2022
Diploma of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Alexandria Technical And Community College
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