Kate Horn
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Practitioner with 3+ years of diverse healthcare experience, specializing in managing complex conditions and delivering evidence-based, compassionate care. Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, staff education, and adapting to dynamic environments. Committed to continuous learning, professional growth, and contributing to team success with a positive attitude.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
OnCare
Omaha, NE
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining thorough documentation and communication with other healthcare providers involved in patients'' care plans.
- Advocated for patients'' needs within the healthcare system, ensuring access to appropriate resources such as home health services or hospice care when indicated.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult transitions in illness trajectories.
- Contributed to ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the institution related to palliative care delivery, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes as needed to enhance patient outcomes.
- Mentored nursing staff on best practices in palliative care delivery to enhance the overall quality of nursing care provided within the institution.
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
AseraCare Hospice
Omaha, NE
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Managed complex pain symptoms through medication adjustments, non-pharmacological interventions, and referral to appropriate specialists when necessary.
- Facilitated goals of care discussions with patients and their families, ensuring that the patient''s wishes were honored in decision-making processes.
- Optimized safe medication administration by closely monitoring potential drug interactions or contraindications in the context of complex medication regimens.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and comprehensive palliative care to patients with chronic and life-limiting illnesses.
Staff Nurse
Immanuel Hospital
Omaha, NE
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, medication administration, and specimen collection.
- Promoted to preceptor within 3 months of hire, surpassing the standard 1+ year requirement.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Received 3 Daisy Awards for exceptional nursing care
Medical Surgical Oncology Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, NE
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Banner Hospice
Gilbert, AZ
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity while ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and Medicare conditions of participation.
- Proactively identified potential barriers to quality care delivery and implemented solutions for improved service provision.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Education
Master of Science - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver School of Nursing
Denver, CO12-2013
Skills
- Holistic patient care, including family and caregiver support
- Advanced physical assessment, diagnosis, and individualized care planning
- Patient and caregiver education on disease management and end-of-life care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure comprehensive care delivery
- Advance care planning and ethical decision-making
- Symptom management, drug regimen optimization, and chronic illness care
- Critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments
Certification
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGPCNP-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- NPI #: 1003576406
- Licensed Registered Nurse (RN), State of Nebraska
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
OnCare
10.2023 - 01.2025
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
AseraCare Hospice
10.2021 - 09.2023
Staff Nurse
Immanuel Hospital
12.2019 - 10.2021
Medical Surgical Oncology Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medicine
08.2018 - 09.2019
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Banner Hospice
10.2015 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver School of Nursing