Kaitlyn Duncan
Albuquerque
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at the University of New Mexico Hospital. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients, families, as well as with team members across all interdisciplinary practices. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and a professional bedside manner, ensuring high-quality care across diverse patient populations. Excelled in mentoring new staff, enhancing patient outcomes through collaborative care plans.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of New Mexico Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Titrated vasoactive medications, sedation and serval other important and careful medications.
Nurse Intern
University of New Mexico Hospital
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Prepared and administered medications in accordance with established protocols.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Nurse Extern
University of New Mexico Hospial
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
Patient Care Technician
Sandoval Regional Medical Center
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM08-2022
High School Diploma -
Rio Rancho High School
Rio Rancho, NM05-2019
Skills
- Ventilator support
- Patient assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
Accomplishments
- Nominated and Received The American association of Critical Care Nursing Albuquerque chapter Nursing Excellence award, October 2023.
- Received 5 patient nominated daisy awards, since August of 2022.
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University of New Mexico Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Nurse Intern
University of New Mexico Hospital
04.2022 - 08.2022
Nurse Extern
University of New Mexico Hospial
12.2021 - 04.2022
Patient Care Technician
Sandoval Regional Medical Center
05.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
High School Diploma -
Rio Rancho High School
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