Kana Roarty
Austin,TX
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specialized in Medical-Surgical Units, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, wound care, and post-operative care management. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and seamless collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit
St. David's South Austin Medical Center
Austin, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Administered prescribed medications including chemotherapy agents and monitored side effects.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed interventions based on the assessment findings.
Undergraduate Student Researcher
University of Virginia School of Nursing
Charlottesville, VA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Analyzed and coded interviews with Dr. Kathryn Laughon that studies the effects of Covid-19 on the social networks of those experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV)
- Co-authored two articles over the course of the summer; in the process of being published surrounding topics of IPV
Therapeutic Recreation Assistant Activity Leader
Virginia Beach City Parks and Recreation Discovery Camp
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Implemented therapeutic activities for children with physical and intellectual disabilities
- Directed group activities that achieved inclusiveness and diversity through gross/fine motor, cognitive, and social development
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Virginia, School of Nursing
Charlottesville, VA05.2024
Skills
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking
- IV setup
- Evaluations
- At-risk patient care
- Discharge coordination
Certification
- BLS Certification- Issued in August of 2023
- ONS Chemotherapy Certification-Issued in August of 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit
St. David's South Austin Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Student Researcher
University of Virginia School of Nursing
06.2023 - 08.2023
Therapeutic Recreation Assistant Activity Leader
Virginia Beach City Parks and Recreation Discovery Camp
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Virginia, School of Nursing
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