Kaitlyn Bornman
Buffalo
Summary
I am a driven, hardworking, service-oriented individual who strives to provide high-quality healthcare delivered with compassion. I started working in healthcare as a CNA and really enjoyed making a difference in the lives of the people under my care. After almost a decade of service, I became an RN so that I could advance the level of care I could provide. I've learned a great deal through my experience at AHCC, as both a CNA and RN, in addition to my education. One of the most eye-opening experiences is how much I enjoy teaching others.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Amie Holt Care Center
Buffalo
05.2021 - Current
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
LPN
Amie Holt Care Center
Buffalo
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Many duties as an LPN overlap with what I currently do as an RN. Those duties are listed in depth prior to this section.
CNA
Amie Holt Care Center
Buffalo
11.2013 - 05.2020
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Wyoming Community College District
Sheridan05-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Northern Wyoming Community College District
Sheridan05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WYSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Electronic medical records
- Regulatory compliance
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Patient advocacy
- Wound care
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Emotional support
- Evaluations
- Chronic illness management
- Strong medical ethic
- Insulin medication assistance
- Compassion and empathy
- Staff supervision
- Geriatric nursing
- High level of autonomy
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Chronic disease management
- Direct patient care
- Patient evaluation
Certification
- As a CNA I was 1 of 2 people chosen from my facility to gain education to become a CNA 2 which allowed me to assist the nurses in providing 13 additional skills. Certification received 10/13/2014.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Amie Holt Care Center
05.2021 - Current
LPN
Amie Holt Care Center
05.2020 - 05.2021
CNA
Amie Holt Care Center
11.2013 - 05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Wyoming Community College District
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Northern Wyoming Community College District
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wyoming
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