Kaitlyn Williams
Summary
Skilled and reliable Navy Hospital Corpsman with 5 years of experience in various areas of healthcare. Well-positioned to transfer versatile healthcare and administrative knowledge to a civilian career. Served as supervisor to junior Hospital Corpsman, ensuring proper patient care in high volume clinics and wards. Patient care oriented, focusing on patient comfortability while maintaining patient safety and rendering efficient care. Experience in multiple areas of healthcare, resulting in knowledge in multiple fields of medicine.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospital Corpsman - Obstetrics and Gynecology
United States Navy, USN
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
- Administered intramuscular, intravenous and oral medications
- Interviewed patients to assist providers in diagnosis and treatments
- Served as work center supervisor, training, mentoring and supervising junior sailors
- Educated patients on preventative care measures, promoting overall health and well-being through informed decisionmaking
- Worked clinically and administratively in differing sections of OBGYN, including obstetrics, minimally invasive surgeries, urogynecology, reproductive and infertility care, and gynecology-oncology.
- Assisted in examinations, surgeries and other procedures, ensuring patient comfortability, proper equipment being readily available, and proper labeling of specimens and labs.
- Educated patients on reproductive health, birth control, prenatal and postnatal care.
Hospital Corpsman-Emergency Department
United States Navy, USN
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Performed focused and complete physical exams, interviewing patients and obtaining medical history to help providers in diagnosing and treating patients
- Consulted with providers and specialists for best treatment options for patients
- Improved patient care by providing thorough assessments, accurate documentation, and effective communication with medical teams.
- Enhanced operational readiness through diligent maintenance of medical supplies and equipment.
- Administered intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous, rectal and oral medications and vaccinations for optimal patient health and disease prevention.
- Operated medical equipment such as EKG, AED, suction devices and oxygen tanks.
- Assisted physicians in surgical procedures, ensuring precise execution and positive patient outcomes.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis.
- Educated patients and families about health conditions and treatments.
- Assisted in medical emergencies such as heart attacks, cardiac arrests and respiratory distress
- Provided immediate medical intervention for acute conditions, injuries and trauma cases. Performing CPR and other life saving measures for patients
- Assessed the severity of injuries or illnesses of patients to determine triage level
Hospital Corpsman-Phlebotomy
United States Navy, USN
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection techniques for various tests and transfusions
- Prepared patients for blood draws
- Ensured proper labeling , sorting and transporting blood samples
- Educating myself about different blood tests and results to ensure that I am able to pass that knowledge onto the patients
- Collaborated with other phlebotomy technicians and laboratory technicians to ensure timely and accurate processing of blood samples
Education
Hospital Corpsman Basic
San Antonio, TX06.2019
Skills
- Triage
- IV Insertion
- Phlebotomy Expertise
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Medical Care
- Oxygen therapy administration
- Basic life support
- Triage and assessment
- Surgical assistance
- Healthcare team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Pain management techniques
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care
Timeline
Hospital Corpsman - Obstetrics and Gynecology
United States Navy, USN
01.2023 - Current
Hospital Corpsman-Emergency Department
United States Navy, USN
08.2021 - 01.2023
Hospital Corpsman-Phlebotomy
United States Navy, USN
06.2019 - 08.2021
Hospital Corpsman Basic
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