Kailee Buterbaugh
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, specializing in neonatal care. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and educate families, while ensuring compliance and maintaining meticulous documentation. Skilled in patient evaluation and effective communication, enhancing patient satisfaction in high-stress environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
09.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care to critically ill newborns, ensuring comfort and stability in high-stress environment.
- Created and implemented individualized care plans for neonatal patients, addressing specific medical and developmental needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create and execute tailored care plans.
- Guided families through neonatal care, discharge processes, and follow-up procedures to enhance understanding and support.
- Ensured compliance by maintaining precise medical records and documentation.
Senior Patient Care Technician
UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh
01.2022 - 09.2024
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate, attentive care delivery.
- Streamlined workflow by supporting nurses with essential tasks, enhancing patient care.
- Trained new Patient Care Technicians to maintain consistency in care practices.
- Accurately documented patient information in electronic health records system.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a strong focus on detail.
Patient Transporter
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained compliance with hospital safety protocols during all transport activities, promoting patient safety.
- Reduced patient anxiety during transport through effective communication and prompt responses to inquiries.
- Collaborated with departments to streamline patient transport processes, improving overall workflow.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses, and healthcare personnel regarding patient care requirements.
- Verified accuracy of medical documents prior to patient transport, ensuring adherence to care requirements.
Nursing Assistant
Concordia Lutheran Ministries
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate support with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Strengthened continuity of care by documenting shift reports and facilitating clear communication with incoming staff.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
La Roche University
Pittsburgh, PA08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA12.2021
Skills
- Licensed registered nurse
- Patient care and monitoring
- Privacy and confidentiality
- American Sign Language proficiency
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Care plan development
- Electronic health records management
- Healthcare compliance
- Team collaboration
- Patient education and counseling
- Workflow optimization
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Detail orientation
- Documentation and charting
- Discharge coordination
- Patient evaluation
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
Basic Life Support
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
American Sign Language
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
American Sign Language
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
09.2024 - Current
Senior Patient Care Technician
UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh
01.2022 - 09.2024
Patient Transporter
UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
03.2021 - 01.2022
Nursing Assistant
Concordia Lutheran Ministries
04.2019 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Nursing
La Roche University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh