Evelyn Kraatz
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
FlexCare Medical Staffing
2021.02 - Current
- RN travel nurse
- Med-Surg
- Telemetry
- Geriatrics.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Registered Nurse
Covenant Health
2023.05 - 2024.05
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
RN Staff Nurse
UT MEDICAL CENTER
2019.06 - 2023.07
- Performed daily rounds with primary care providers and other medical team members
- Performed patient assessments
- Administered oxygen and blood products, medications and intravenous medications
- Performed wound care
- Analyzed and completed electronic charting
- Assisted nursing team in a variety of services
- Developed and implemented discharge plans
- Managed nursing care coordination
- Served as Staff nurse for 5 months to present
- Chest tube maintenance.
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Participated in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient satisfaction levels.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Thomas Hospital
2022.09 - 2023.05
- Performed daily rounds with primary care providers and other medical team members
- Performed patient assessments
- Administered oxygen and blood products, medications and intravenous medications
- Performed wound care
- Analyzed and completed electronic charting
- Assisted nursing team in a variety of services
- Developed and implemented discharge plans
- Managed nursing care coordination
- Chest tube maintenance.
Registered Nurse
University Tennessee home health
2019.11 - 2021.11
- Provide nursing to patients in the community, and to assist patient with care outside of hospital
- HCHB experience
- Lab draws
- Picc line dressing
- Wound Vacs
- Patient Education
- Able to work independently
- Assessed patient physical, social, language or mental needs
- Continuously monitored patients' conditions.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Monitor Tech/ HUC
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSE MEDICAL CENTER
2015.07 - 2019.06
- Displayed strong clinical skills in assessing vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, provided pre op care to patients going for heart surgery
- Reserved patient dignity and minimized discomfort whiling carrying out duties
- Efficient in computer charting and carrying for patients with chest tubes
- Was part of the Nurse Aide preceptorship program where we trained unlicensed nurse aides the roles of what nursing assistants do.
Education
Bachelor's in Nursing -
Tennessee Wesleyan College
Athens, TN12.2020
Associate in Nursing -
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
Harrogate, TN05.2019
Skills
- Time management
- RN
- Staff Nurse
- Tube Feeding
- Laboratory Experience
- Alzheimer's Care
- EMR Systems
- Dementia Care
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs
- Cerner
- Epic
- Hospital Experience
- Patient Care
- Travel nursing
- Nursing Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Education
- Wound Care
- Care Plan Development
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Chronic Disease Management
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Immunization Administration
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Cardiac monitoring
- Patient examinations
- Geriatric Nursing
- Family Education
- Diabetes management
- Home Health Care
- Oncology Nursing
- Patient Assessments
- Critical Thinking
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Medication and IV administration
- Attention to Detail
- Infection Control
- Cardiac monitors
- Patient Care Assessment
- Tracheostomy Care
- Accurate Documentation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Intravenous therapy
- CPR/AED
- Patient and family advocacy
- Documentation
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Insulin medication assistance
- Decision-Making
- Student Precepting
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Acute care expertise
- EMR / EHR
- Training staff
- Procedure Assistance
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Microsoft Office
- Collecting vitals
- Delegation and Motivation
- Oxygen saturation standards
Certification
- BLS Certification
- Basic Certificate in Quality and Safety
- ACLS Certification
- CPR Certification
- RN, 12/01/23, TN
Awards
Daisy Award, 03/01/23
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Covenant Health
2023.05 - 2024.05
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Thomas Hospital
2022.09 - 2023.05
Travel Registered Nurse
FlexCare Medical Staffing
2021.02 - Current
Registered Nurse
University Tennessee home health
2019.11 - 2021.11
RN Staff Nurse
UT MEDICAL CENTER
2019.06 - 2023.07
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Monitor Tech/ HUC
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSE MEDICAL CENTER
2015.07 - 2019.06
Bachelor's in Nursing -
Tennessee Wesleyan College
Associate in Nursing -
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY