KAITLIN RIGGS
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented registered nurse with 13+ years of experience and a strong background in post-anesthesia care. Skilled in patient assessment, pain management, and critical care. Known for teamwork, adaptability, and achieving positive patient outcomes. Reliable and flexible with focus on delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Abington Jefferson Hospital
02.2017 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, and dressing changes.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Abington Memorial Hospital
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed challenging cases effectively by utilizing clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and prioritization techniques in dynamic situations.
- Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
Registered Nurse, MICU
Hahnemann University Hospital
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Recognized potential complications early by closely monitoring laboratory results and vital sign trends, initiating appropriate interventions promptly when necessary.
- Performed advanced life support measures during emergency situations, contributing to successful resuscitations when required.
- Mentored new nurses in the MICU, fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing their clinical skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05.2011
Skills
- Post-anesthesia care
- Discharge planning
- Documentation (EPIC)
- Clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing, RN628184, expires 10/31/2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association, Active with RQI
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association, Active with RQI
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association, Active with RQI
- American Society of Periop Nurses (ASPAN) active member
- Trauma certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Abington Jefferson Hospital
02.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
Abington Memorial Hospital
05.2013 - 05.2016
Registered Nurse, MICU
Hahnemann University Hospital
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Registered Nurse (RN) Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing, RN628184, expires 10/31/2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association, Active with RQI
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association, Active with RQI
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association, Active with RQI
- American Society of Periop Nurses (ASPAN) active member
- Trauma certified
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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