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Kate Horn

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
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
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
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
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
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, NE
05-2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Denver School of Nursing
Denver, CO
12-2013

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

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