Katelyn Furtick
3132 Trace Way, Trussville
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 10+ years experience committed to providing quality, compassionate patient care. Nursing background includes specialized experience in Mohs Surgical Dermatology and Labor & Delivery, and with experience in medical-surgical acute care. Licensed to practice in Alabama.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Clinical Liaison - Mohs Surgical Dermatology
UAB Hospital
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinate initial consultations, Mohs surgeries, and follow-up appointments, ensuring alignment with the surgeon’s availability and clinical needs. Adjust schedules as needed to maximize efficiency.
- Work with Mohs surgeons to develop and refine scheduling templates based on procedure times, patient volume, and other factors. Make adjustments to accommodate special requirements or schedule changes.
- Act as the primary contact for patients, providing details on appointments, pre-operative instructions, and post-operative care. Ensure patients are well-informed throughout the process.
- Manage incoming referrals, ensuring all documentation, tests, and approvals are in place before scheduling procedures.
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all scheduling details are complete and up-to-date prior to procedures.
- Adjust schedules for urgent cases, cancellations, or reschedules to minimize disruptions and maintain smooth clinic operations.
- Act as a communication hub between surgeons, dermatologists, and healthcare providers to ensure coordinated, efficient care.
- Assist patients with scheduling, address concerns, and ensure a positive experience throughout the treatment process.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay current with advances in Mohs surgery and dermatologic nursing.
Registered Nurse - Mohs Surgical Dermatology
UAB Hospital
03.2022 - 06.2025
- Led team assignments, manage patient flow, and ensure effective communication between staff and surgeons.
- Provided patient care, including preparing and rooming patients, documenting vital information, and performing assessments before, during, and after surgery.
- Assisted with procedures (biopsies, excisions, Mohs surgery), administer treatments (e.g., photodynamic therapy), and educate patients on skin care, wound care, and recovery.
- Handled prior authorizations, manage scheduling for optimal clinic flow, and prepare surgical instruments.
- Ensured proper specimen handling and transport for pathology.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives and stayed current with advances in Mohs surgery and dermatologic nursing.
Travel Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
Baptist East Medical Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
DCH Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Performed maternal and newborn assessments, maintained accurate health records, and documented in the electronic medical record.
- Assumed charge nurse duties and interpreted fetal heart monitors, intervening as necessary.
- Managed high-risk conditions such as preeclampsia, preterm deliveries, multiple fetuses, and gestational diabetes.
- Collaborated with physicians on care plans, safety, and quality.
- Induced labor, assisted in deliveries, and circulated cesarean sections with immediate post-surgical care.
- Conducted triage assessments, vaginal exams, and managed medications including IV oxytocin and magnesium sulfate.
- Provided antenatal, postpartum, and breastfeeding education.
Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical
DCH Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided acute patient care, performed physical assessments, administered medications and IV therapy, assessed diagnostic results, maintained accurate health records, and recorded patient information in an electronic medical record.
- Monitored and treated pre and post operation patients.
- Monitored telemetry for patient heart rhythm and heart rate changes.
- Educated patients regarding diagnosis and disease processes.
- Collaborated with physicians on patient plan of care for quality and safe patient care.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing Informatics - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, AL08-2027
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL05-2025
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Judson College
Marion, AL06-2015
Certification
- Registered Nurse - Alabama Licensure #1-150267
- Ambulatory Care Nurse - Board Certified (AMB-BC)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
RN Clinical Liaison - Mohs Surgical Dermatology
UAB Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Mohs Surgical Dermatology
UAB Hospital
03.2022 - 06.2025
Travel Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
Baptist East Medical Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse - Labor and Delivery
DCH Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical
DCH Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 01.2017
Master of Science in Nursing Informatics - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Judson College
Leadership Experience
- UAB Hospital - Mohs Surgical Dermatology Team Leader, 2023-2025
- UAB Hospital - Ambulatory Nurse Practice Council member, 2022-2025
- DCH Regional Medical Center – Labor & Delivery Charge Nurse, 2018-2021
- Judson College Beta Beta Beta Honor Society Historian, 2014-2015
- Cahaba River Society Judson College Chapter President, 2013-2015
- Judson College Ambassador Secretary/Treasurer, 2013-2015
- Judson College Senior Class Treasurer, 2014-2015
- Judson College Ambassador, 2013-2015
- Judson College LAMP (Leadership and Mentoring Peers), 2013-2015
Honors and Awards
- University of Alabama at Birmingham - Graduated Summa Cum Laude, May 2025
- DCH Regional Medical Center - Multiple Daisy Award Nominations
- Judson College Nursing Class Highest GPA, Class of 2015
- Judson College Kappa Sigma Chapter of Beta Beta Beta Honor Society Member, 2013-2015
- Judson College Dean’s List, Fall 2012
- Lynn High School Valedictorian, Class of 2012