Katalina Gast
Bellaire,OH
Summary
Conscientious Nurse offering many years of experience in health care providing comprehensive care in settings. Works effectively within healthcare teams to develop care plans and advocate for patients. Adheres diligently to patient privacy protocols and medical charting best practices.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Good Shepherd Nursing Home
Wheeling, West Virginia
11.2013 - Current
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Educated patients about their diagnoses and treatments while providing emotional support.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on hospital policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with special procedures.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Nurse Aide
Hearland
Hillsboro , OH
01.2009 - 11.2013
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests courteously and efficiently.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Assisted with admission paperwork for new patients entering the facility.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Provided patient care, including bathing and dressing.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Nurse Aide
Ohio Veterans Home
Georgetown , OH
02.2004 - 05.2009
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests courteously and efficiently.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Observed residents' behavior closely to detect any changes in mood or physical condition that require further medical attention.
- Assisted with admission paperwork for new patients entering the facility.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Encouraged family members to be involved in their loved one's care plan whenever possible.
- Responded quickly to emergencies and followed proper safety protocols at all times.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
BM SPURR Nursing School
Moundsville, WV08-2023
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Charting and documentation
- Emergency response
- Team leadership
- Patient safety
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Compassionate care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Organizational skills
- Observe patients
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Good Shepherd Nursing Home
11.2013 - Current
Nurse Aide
Hearland
01.2009 - 11.2013
Nurse Aide
Ohio Veterans Home
02.2004 - 05.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
BM SPURR Nursing School