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Katelyn Blecha

Festus,MO

Summary

Compassionate and highly dependable Registered Nurse with experience in numerous areas of the field including Medical-Surgical, Behavioral Health, and NICU. Works well in demanding situations and is adaptable to the ever changing field of nursing. Does well with multitasking and prioritizing patients needs. Excellent organizational skills and a detail oriented team player who is ready to take on their next journey in Cardiology.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pediatric Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

St Louis Childrens Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
  • Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.

NICU Registered Nurse

St Louis Childrens Hospital
11.2020 - 10.2022
  • Communicated with family members and loved ones to provide information about patient care, treatments and medical options.
  • Administered medications and fluids and checked vital signs on critically ill newborns.
  • Provided basic neonatal needs through diaper changing, feeding, etc.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary team to carry out and manage all aspects of care plans curated for each neonate.
  • Performed admissions on critically ill neonates
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to ever changing environments.
  • Worked well in team settings

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Barnes Jewish West County Hospital
05.2019 - 11.2020
  • Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
  • Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical patients.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Psychiatric Technician

Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center
06.2018 - 05.2019
  • Monitored behaviors of varying psychiatric diagnosed patients
  • Performed frequent ward and room checks
  • Transportation of patients to multiple services
  • Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Fountainbleau Nursing Center
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Mineral Area College
Park Hills, MO
05.2019

Skills

  • Organizational skills (4 years)
  • Time management (4 years)
  • Nursing (4 years)
  • ICU Experience (2 years)
  • Critical Care Experience (2 years)
  • Medication Administration (4 years)
  • EMR Systems (4 years)
  • Crisis Management (6 months)

Certification

Registered Nurse (RN)

  • May 2019 to Present


Basic Life Support (BLS)

  • August 2015 to Present


Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

  • November 2020 to October 2022


Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)

  • January 2021 to Present

Timeline

Pediatric Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

St Louis Childrens Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2023

NICU Registered Nurse

St Louis Childrens Hospital
11.2020 - 10.2022

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Barnes Jewish West County Hospital
05.2019 - 11.2020

Psychiatric Technician

Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center
06.2018 - 05.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Fountainbleau Nursing Center
05.2016 - 08.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Mineral Area College

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