Kaitlin Imholt
Emergency Room Technician, Recently Graduated BSN
Canby,OR
Summary
Recently graduated Bachelorette Nurse with over a decade of Emergency Department experience, seeking an ER or Critical Care Nurse Residency. Caring and compassionate Nurse with extensive emergency and acute care experience. Well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals, and medical terminology. Responds to high-acuity situations with calm professionalism, supported by years of Emergency Department experience. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, rapid assessment skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Seeking to transition into a nurse residency in emergency or critical care within an academic medical center.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Additional Information
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Student Nurse – Concordia University St. Paul (Portland Campus)
Clinical Rotations:
- Legacy Silverton Medical Center – Emergency Department (120 hours, Senior Practicum)
- Providence St. Vincent – Cardiology B (LVAD & Heart Transplant Unit) (54 hours)
- Providence Portland – Orthopedic Unit (54 hours)
- Avamere Clackamas – Skilled Nursing Facility (54 hours)
- OHSU Tuality – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) (20 hours)
CLINICAL SKILLS BY ROTATION
- Emergency Department: Trauma care, EKG monitoring, IV therapy, prioritization, medication administration. Skilled Nursing: ADLs, medication administration, geriatric care.
- Cardiology (LVAD/Transplant): Hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac rhythms, post-op care, blood transfusions, wound vac operation, and education on sternal precautions.
- NICU: Neonatal assessments, feeding support, family-centered care
- Orthopedics: Mobility assistance, wound care, pain management
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
Legacy Silverton Medical Center
Silverton, OR
03.2022 - Current
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
Orthopedic Technician
Synergy Medical Systems
Silverton, OR
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Prevented complications by closely monitoring patients'' conditions after surgery or injury, reporting any changes or concerns to supervising physician immediately.
- Optimized patient care by maintaining detailed records of treatments, procedures, and progress notes for each individual case.
- Strengthened teamwork and collaboration among clinic staff by actively participating in meetings, sharing knowledge, and providing constructive feedback.
- Facilitated successful rehabilitation efforts through ongoing communication with physical therapists regarding patient progress and needs.
- Assessed patient comfort related to cast and splints and assisted with comfort measures.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes and instructed patients on proper crutch and cane walking.
- Set up orthopedic fracture tables for casting procedures and applied variety of plaster and fiberglass casting, splints, braces, soft goods and skin and skeletal traction.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities such as workshops conferences to stay updated on industry advancements.
Emergency Room Technician
Legacy Health Meridian Park
Tualatin, OR
10.2011 - 06.2018
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely and compassionate emergency care.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures, supporting medical teams during critical emergencies.
Legacy Health MA Float Pool
Legacy Healthcare Systems
Multiple
03.2010 - 10.2012
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University St. Paul
Portland, OR 01.2026 - 05.2026
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, OR06-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Pioneer Pacific College
Wilsonville, OR06-2007
High School Diploma -
Oregon City High Shool
Oregon City, OR06-2004
Skills
- 12-lead EKG monitoring and interpretation
- Venipuncture
- Pre-operative preparation
- CPR
- Physical assessment
- Fracture management
- Emergency medical procedures
- Vital signs monitoring
- Orthopedic splint application
- Suture removal
- Post operative care
- Wound care
- Cardiac monitoring
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University St. Paul
01.2026 - 05.2026
Emergency Room Technician
Legacy Silverton Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Orthopedic Technician
Synergy Medical Systems
04.2018 - 03.2020
Emergency Room Technician
Legacy Health Meridian Park
10.2011 - 06.2018
Legacy Health MA Float Pool
Legacy Healthcare Systems
03.2010 - 10.2012
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Clackamas Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Pioneer Pacific College
High School Diploma -
Oregon City High Shool