Kaitlin West
Conway,SC
Summary
Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field and aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting. Compassionate and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
- Nephrology/Medsurg patients with wide ranges of diseases, specializing with end stage renal disease with dialysis management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, promptly reporting changes to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of diagnoses and treatment options.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic surgical patients prior to and following surgical intervention.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, South Carolina, SC12-2023
Skills
- Patient education and counseling/ family advocacy
- Wound care
- Professional bedside manner
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Chest pain management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Charleston Southern University