Kate Harr
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with over 20 years in high-pressure environments. Known for exceptional clinical judgment and compassionate patient care, continuously striving to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction through effective education and teamwork.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ortho Nebraska
Omaha, NE
09.2006 - Current
- Delivered critical patient care in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications according to established protocols.
- Educated patients and families on post-treatment care and health management strategies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Registered Nurse Electrophyisology Lab
Creighton University Medical Center
Omaha, NE
09.2001 - 09.2006
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for safety and efficacy.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse Adult Medsurg ICU
CHI St Elizabeth
Lincoln, NE
09.1997 - 09.2001
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient vitals, documenting changes accurately to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nebraska Wesleyan
Lincoln, NESkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ortho Nebraska
09.2006 - Current
Registered Nurse Electrophyisology Lab
Creighton University Medical Center
09.2001 - 09.2006
Registered Nurse Adult Medsurg ICU
CHI St Elizabeth
09.1997 - 09.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nebraska Wesleyan