Kartrinia Watson
Marion,MS
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse and Respiratory Therapist, offering background in critical care, pediatrics and geriatrics. Known for providing personalized patient care; skilled at coordinating with healthcare professionals to advance quality of life for diverse populations. Significant impact made by implementing proactive health management measures in prior roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Hospital
Meridian, MS
05.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Respiratory Therapist
Ochsner Hospital
Meridian, MS
02.2024 - Current
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Registered Nurse
Select Medical
Meridian, MS
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Respiratory Therapist
Select Medical
Meridian, MS
02.2018 - 12.2022
- Instructed patients on proper use of respiratory equipment including oxygen therapy, ventilators and aerosol therapy.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Monitored patient progress to determine effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments.
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Assessed patient's response to therapeutic interventions by observing physical conditions or interpreting test results.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Provided education to patients regarding lifestyle changes that may help improve their condition.
- Provided emergency care when required including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Administered medication, monitored vital signs and assisted in the delivery of medical gases to patients.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS12-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS12-2022
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-2007
High School Diploma -
Northeast Lauderdale High School
Meridian, MS05-2003
Skills
- Chart updating
- Infectious disease control
- Chronic Disease Management
- ADL Assistance
- Diabetes management
- Mobility Assistance
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Wound Care
- Critical Care
- Patient Care
- IV setup
- Collecting vitals
- Patient Assessments
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Ventilator care
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Tracheostomy Care
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Medication and IV administration
- IV drug therapy management
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Ochsner Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Select Medical
01.2022 - 05.2024
Respiratory Therapist
Select Medical
02.2018 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Meridian Community College
High School Diploma -
Northeast Lauderdale High School
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