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Kaitlin Borton

St. Charles,MO

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and patient/family advocacy. Excelled in patient evaluation/intervention and leading healthcare teams, ensuring high-quality care. Skilled in managing deadlines with a high level of autonomy, showcasing exceptional bedside manner and leadership abilities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Nurse Manager

Barnes Jewish Hospital- 6800 Postpartum
05.2023 - Current
  • Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
  • Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
  • Managed scheduling to ensure optimal coverage while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff members.

Charge/Staff Registered Nurse-Antepartum

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
07.2016 - 05.2023
  • Completed clinical tasks in accordance with hospital policy
  • Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly
  • Built rapport with patients and family members in effort to deliver exceptional care
  • Confirmed accurate completion of forms/reports for admission, transfer and/or discharge of each resident
  • Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care or conditions that might hinder patient well-being

Pre/post-op RN

Feet for Life Podiatry
11.2015 - 06.2016
  • Processed monthly reports for department performance.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA’s) to identify performance areas for improvement.
  • Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.

Professional Development Nurse

The Villages of St. Peters
08.2015 - 11.2015
  • Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program
  • Trained new staff on quality control procedures
  • Developed and produced facility flyer notifications for important policy changes, office news and events
  • Conducted clinical portion of orientation to new hires
  • Developed and conducted inservices for important policy changes
  • Oversaw the orientation process for new clinical orientees (LPN/RN and CNA/CMT)

Staff Registered Nurse-Labor and Delivery

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
05.2014 - 08.2015
  • Responsible for the care of multiple high acuity patients
  • Acted as liaison between physicians and patients/families
  • Administered vaccinations to patients and employees
  • Participated in orientation of new nurses to unit, with subsequent peer reviews
  • Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management
  • Circulated OR for various obstetric procedures

Charge/Staff Registered Nurse-Abdominal Transplant Surgery

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
06.2012 - 05.2014
  • Designated patient assignments to staff based on patient acuity, scheduled admissions and discharges
  • Assessed patient need and delegated tasks to staff accordingly based upon certifications and abilities
  • Maintained medical records, administered medications and vaccinations
  • Oversaw and managed 4-7 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
  • Trained new staff on quality control procedures

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Sinclair School of Nursing at University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO
2012

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient/family focused
  • Patient evaluation/intervention
  • Preceptor
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines
  • High level of autonomy

Certification

Registered Nurse in Missouri, License number 2012024976, 2015

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2010 to present

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification 2016-present

Organizations

Member-Sigma Theta Tau, May 2012-present

Timeline

Assistant Nurse Manager

Barnes Jewish Hospital- 6800 Postpartum
05.2023 - Current

Charge/Staff Registered Nurse-Antepartum

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
07.2016 - 05.2023

Pre/post-op RN

Feet for Life Podiatry
11.2015 - 06.2016

Professional Development Nurse

The Villages of St. Peters
08.2015 - 11.2015

Staff Registered Nurse-Labor and Delivery

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
05.2014 - 08.2015

Charge/Staff Registered Nurse-Abdominal Transplant Surgery

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
06.2012 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Sinclair School of Nursing at University of Missouri-Columbia

Registered Nurse in Missouri, License number 2012024976, 2015

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2010 to present

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification 2016-present

Kaitlin Borton