Kate Chanon
Riverside
Summary
Motivated civic nurse with a strong foundation in clinical practice and a passion for nursing education. Experienced in mentoring and supporting peers in both academic and clinical settings, with a focus on easing the transition for incoming nursing students. Dedicated to fostering critical thinking, professional growth, and evidence-based learning through interactive and student-centered teaching approaches. Seeking a teaching opportunity to contribute to the academic development of future nurses while advancing excellence and innovation in nursing education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse B: Cardiac & Cardiothoracic ICU
Loma Linda University Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care to critically ill cardiac & cardiothoracic patients, including those waiting for and recovering from open-heart surgery, heart transplants, ECMO, ventricular assist devices, myocardial infarction, cardiogenic shock, and arrhythmias.
- Perform advanced bedside clinical procedures such as chest tube management, ventilator troubleshooting, and post-operative wound care with strict adherence to infection prevention protocols.
- Educate and support patients and families through complex surgical recoveries, providing compassionate communication and guidance during high-stress situations.
- Precept and mentor new graduate nurses and staff, promoting a culture of clinical excellence, teamwork, and ongoing professional development.
- Registered
Nurse Extern: Cardiac Care Unit
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering patient care and monitoring vital signs.
- Mentored new externs on best practices in patient care and safety procedures.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
CTICU & CCU Unit Clerk
Loma Linda University Medical Center
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Managed patient records and ensured accurate data entry into electronic health systems.
- Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Monitored supply levels and ordered office supplies to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Answered multi-line telephone system, provided information, and directed calls.
- Trained junior clerks on best practices for effective unit management and patient interaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry with a medical emphasis
University of California Riverside
Riverside, CA06.2021
Skills
- Managed PA catheters, arterial lines, central lines, mechanical ventilation
- Titration of vasoactive drips
- Assisted with rapid sequence intubations, chest tube insertions, bronchoscopies,
- Managed lumbar drains, EVDs, impellas, HeartMates, intra-aortic balloon pumps,
Affiliations
American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACCN)
UCR Student Athlete Alumni
Sigma Theta Tau: Nursing Honor Society
Certification
- Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
- American Association of Nurse Anesthetist (AANA)
- CCRN-Adult Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)|Basic Life Support (BLS)| WOCN wound treatment associate
Languages
Thai
Limited Working
Timeline
Clinical Nurse B: Cardiac & Cardiothoracic ICU
Loma Linda University Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Nurse Extern: Cardiac Care Unit
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
01.2023 - 06.2023
CTICU & CCU Unit Clerk
Loma Linda University Medical Center
08.2018 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry with a medical emphasis
University of California Riverside
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson University
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