Kaitlyn Lassig
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Registered Nurse with Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit experience providing specialized care for critically ill and premature infants ranging from 23 to 42 weeks gestation. Skilled in neonatal assessment, ventilator management, central line care, medication administration, neonatal resuscitation, and family-centered care. Committed to delivering evidence-based nursing care while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Christus Children’s Hospital of San Antonio
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications including intravenous therapies, drips, total parenteral nutrition, and injections while closely monitoring patient response and adverse reactions.
- Used advanced equipment such as incubators, ventilators, and cardiac monitors to deliver precise and tailored care to neonates
- Assisted in high-risk deliveries, effectively managing emergencies while maintaining calm during critical situations
- Managed arterial, umbilical, and central lines, while maintaining strict central line protocols contributing to a CLABSI-free patient environment.
- Provide care for critically ill and premature neonates requiring respiratory support, invasive monitoring, and complex medication management.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to develop and implement individualized plans of care.
- Educate and support families regarding neonatal conditions, treatments, and discharge planning.
- Perform neonatal assessments and promptly communicate changes in patient condition to providers.
Caregiver
Home Instead
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Facilitated medication reminders and preparation to ensure adherence to treatment plans
- Interpreted assessments for multiple patients to inform tailored care strategies
- Assisted with medication reminders & preparation
- Provided comprehensive care to patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, enhancing their quality of life
Bartender
Willie's Grill & Icehouse
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
- Tailored guest service interactions to enhance satisfaction
- Adapted to changing priorities while managing multiple tasks.
- Communicated effectively with team members and clients to ensure understanding.
- Maintained sanitation control in a work environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Lutheran University
Seguin05-2024
Skills
- Mechanical ventilation
- Medication administration & preparation
- Intravenous therapy
- Central & PICC line management
- Umbilical line management
- High frequency ventilation
- CPAP ventilation
- Electronic Medical Records (EPIC, Meditech)
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Chest tube management
- ECG
- Infection Prevention
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Texas Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support – American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration 10-Hour General Industry Course (Healthcare)
- CITI Program: Human Subjects Research
Timeline
Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Christus Children’s Hospital of San Antonio
07.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Home Instead
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bartender
Willie's Grill & Icehouse
09.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Lutheran University