Kaitlyn Oaks
Union City,PA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working well under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors and peers to maintain top tier healthcare practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Radiology/Interventional Radiology Nurse
UPMC Hamot Hospital
Erie, PA
10.2023 - Current
- Assist physicians during examinations or surgical procedures, administer ordered medications and plan of care.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Review patients' medical histories using EPIC and Cerner to assess for contradictions for ordered tests or medications.
- Administer sedation per physician orders and monitor patients throughout procedure
- Communicate with patients about premedication, upcoming test/ procedure instructions, and post op phone calls.
- Assess patients for allergic reactions to contrast media and treat reactions properly
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
UPMC Hamot Hospital
Erie, PA
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with physicians regarding complex medical cases involving cardiac telemetry patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the Cardiac Telemetry unit.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse oximetry readings and reported any abnormalities to attending physicians.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information accurately.
- Educated patients and families about the diagnosis, treatment plan, medications, lifestyle modifications and follow-up care.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians including intravenous drugs.
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Hamot Hospital
Erie, PA
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Performed EKGs, vital signs, and blood glucose monitoring as directed by physician or RN.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
Titusville, PA05-2022
Skills
- Sedation administration and management
- Patient assessment
- Communication skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Documentation and charting
- Patient safety
Affiliations
- Camping
- Working on family farm
- Spending time with family
Certification
- ACLS and BLS certified
- Radiology Contrast Reaction Trainer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Radiology/Interventional Radiology Nurse
UPMC Hamot Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
UPMC Hamot Hospital
12.2022 - 10.2023
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Hamot Hospital
06.2021 - 12.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
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