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Kaitlin Medeiros

San Diego,CA

Summary

Registered Nurse with over three years of experience in acute care, rehabilitation, home health, and hospice. Expertise in patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration, recognized for strong clinical judgment and communication skills. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining a commitment to patient advocacy and healthcare systems. Focused on enhancing clinical assessment and care coordination skills in future roles.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health RN Case Manager

Bridge Home Health
03.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Manage 25–35 patients weekly, completing 30+ points with full documentation compliance.
  • Achieved 100% on-time SOC/ROC completion during and after training.

Hospice RN Case Manager

Cabrillo Hospice Group
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Managed a caseload of 18–22 patients across home and facility settings, providing comprehensive end-of-life care.
  • Provided direct support for 90%+ of actively dying patients under caseload, ensuring comfort and dignity + worked with physicians on medication adjustments for symptom relief in terminally ill patients.
  • Offered emotional support to patients and families during end-of-life, enhancing dignity and comfort.

Hospice RN Case Manager (Per Diem)

VITAS Hospice
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, assisting patients and families through emotional and medical transitions.
  • Maintained >90% compliance in pain and symptom management metrics.
  • Present for >100% of actively dying visits during shift hours to ensure comfort and support.

Staff RN – Med Surg/Telemetry

Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Cared for 3-4 cardiac/telemetry patients per night, monitoring for arrhythmias, electrolyte imbalances, and post-MI changes.
  • Recognized early signs of decompensation, contributing to
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team and night shift hospitalist to manage acute changes in condition, reducing need for rapid responses.

Staff RN - Stroke PCU, Transition Practice Program

Sharp Memorial Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Managed 3–4 high-acuity neuro patients per shift in a step-down unit, including post-stroke, seizure, and post-neurosurgical cases.
  • Performed frequent neuro checks (q1–q4h) with 100% adherence to NIH Stroke Scale protocols and documentation standards and maintained >95% medication administration accuracy, including IV anti-hypertensives, anticoagulants, and seizure prophylaxis.
  • Educated 100% of patients and families on stroke risk factors, lifestyle modifications, and post-discharge rehab goals.

Staff RN - Post Acute

The Dawn Hill Home for Rehab
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided care for 10–15 patients per shift in a fast-paced sub-acute 120 bed rehab unit, managing complex post-acute recovery needs.
  • Administered medications and monitored vital signs for safety and comfort.
  • Collaborated with teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Staff RN – Telemetry, Nurse Residency Program

Miriam Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Specialized in managing patients with CHF, arrhythmias, and post-cardiac event recovery for up to 4–5 high-acuity patients per shift in a Magnet-recognized facility, ensuring continuous cardiac rhythm surveillance and timely interventions.
  • Performed q2-4h assessments and monitored telemetry for 4–6 patients, identifying and escalating changes in rhythm with zero delays.
  • Completed 100% of required telemetry strips, shift hand-off notes, and critical lab documentation before end of shift.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA
05.2022

Associate of Science - Health & Life Sciences

Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA
05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Education (English Literature)

Curry College
Milton, MA
05.2014

Skills

  • Diverse nursing expertise
  • Proficient in HIPAA compliance
  • Proficient in EPIC, Meditech, Cerner, Kinnser, and PointCare
  • Telemetry nursing expertise in a Magnet healthcare environment
  • Strong ability to educate and support families with a Bachelor's Degree in Education
  • Specialized knowledge in stroke rehabilitation nursing and stroke management
  • Adept at adjusting cardiac drip titration
  • Experience in NG tubes and feeding tubes
  • Chronic disease management expertise
  • Experienced with chest tubes and arterial access procedures
  • BLS and ACLS certified
  • NIH Stroke Scale certified
  • Effective collaboration in multidisciplinary teams
  • Experience in minimizing readmission rates through effective discharge strategies

Certification

  • RN, CA License #95333128 – Exp: 2026-05
  • RN, MA License #2367387 – Exp: 2026-04
  • ACLS – Exp: 2027-01
  • BLS – Exp: 2025-06
  • NIH Stroke Scale – Exp: 2025-06

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association
  • California Nurses Association
  • National League for Nursing

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Home Health RN Case Manager

Bridge Home Health
03.2025 - Current

Hospice RN Case Manager

Cabrillo Hospice Group
05.2024 - 12.2024

Hospice RN Case Manager (Per Diem)

VITAS Hospice
11.2023 - 05.2024

Staff RN – Med Surg/Telemetry

Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - 12.2023

Staff RN - Stroke PCU, Transition Practice Program

Sharp Memorial Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023

Staff RN - Post Acute

The Dawn Hill Home for Rehab
11.2022 - 02.2023

Staff RN – Telemetry, Nurse Residency Program

Miriam Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bristol Community College

Associate of Science - Health & Life Sciences

Bristol Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Education (English Literature)

Curry College

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