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Kathy Oltain

Registered Nurse Graduate
Margate,FL

Summary

Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Comprehensive skilled training in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering excellent patient care. Demonstrate knowledge in patience and courtesy in customer relation. Enthusiastic and experienced in the Health field as well as HIPPA, and OSHA regulations. Strong background in several languages (English, Creole) Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure and communicating clearly and effectively. Extensive computer training knowledge Microsoft word, Excel, Outlook Express, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Internet Explorer. More than 10 years of successful, superior experience in providing passionate Customer/Patient care and HealthCare support; support with recognized strengths in account maintenance, problem-solving, client’s processing of information, registering and scheduling client’s appointments, and planning/implementing proactive procedures and systems. BLS/CPR Certification has been obtained. Enthusiastic Nurse Graduate with expertise in observing patient conditions. Compassionate and collaborative individual. Experience working in high patient volume environment under supervision of registered nurse.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Patient Safety Attendant- Sitter

North West Medical Hospital
Margate, FL
01.2021 - Current
  • Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
  • I provide direct visual surveillance for patients under the supervision of nursing staff
  • I ensure the health, comfort, and safety of patients
  • I also identify and proactively communicate any changes in patients’ condition, results, behavior, observations and/or complaints to report to the RN/Charge RN with the appropriate protocol require
  • I contribute to a culture of patient centered care by ensuring a quiet healing environment
  • I communicate and interacts with patients, families, and others in a caring, empathetic, courteous, and respectful manner.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
  • Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
  • Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
  • Helped patients complete activities of daily living.

Patient Care Coordinator

Vitas HeathCare
Miramar, FL
01.2013 - 02.2021
  • Afterhours service to answer Incoming and Outgoing calls from Patients, family, Nurses and physicians
  • Following HIPPA and OSHA regulations to assist patients and family
  • Submitting Doctors orders to the correct pharmacy and making sure patients receive medications
  • Also lab test and X-ray results
  • Dispatch nurses to assist with diagnosis needs
  • Submitting referrals to the correct admission department
  • Transferring patients to the IPU or hospital
  • Assist with placing HME/DME orders
  • Attending monthly educations and training.
  • Established rapport and relationships with patients and external partners to cross-train and support medical staff.
  • Updated documentation and reports detailing patient activities, care actions and hospital determinations.

Behavioral Health Technician

Fort Lauderdale Hospital
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2011 - 07.2013
  • My nightly duties of coordinating mental health care services, working alongside with Medical Doctors, Nurses, Social Workers, Therapist to ensure the patients well cared for; Assisting in performing a clinical patient assessment during admission, doing Vital signs, making sure the patient’s clinical chart and paperwork is prepared for the physicians and clinical staff; Monitoring the patients as well as documenting the care during time of shift, etc
  • Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
  • Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients.
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
  • Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Sigma Institute of Health Careers
Oakland Park, FL
02.2017 - 08.2018

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2009 - 08.2013

High School Diploma -

Coral Springs High School
Coral Springs, FL
08.2002 - 05.2006

Skills

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Timeline

Patient Safety Attendant- Sitter

North West Medical Hospital
01.2021 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

Sigma Institute of Health Careers
02.2017 - 08.2018

Patient Care Coordinator

Vitas HeathCare
01.2013 - 02.2021

Behavioral Health Technician

Fort Lauderdale Hospital
01.2011 - 07.2013

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Broward College
05.2009 - 08.2013

High School Diploma -

Coral Springs High School
08.2002 - 05.2006

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