Katelyn Herrell
Garden City
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over four years of experience in patient care and clinical judgment. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, implement evidence-based practices, and mentor junior staff, driving enhanced patient outcomes and overall care quality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
CommonSpirit Health
Garden City, KS
06.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and health management strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance quality of care and patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with administration and interdisciplinary teams as a Charge Nurse on the Medical and Surgical floor before transferring to the Emergency Department in December of 2021.
Licensed Practical Nurse
CommonSpirit Health
Garden City, KS
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and dignity.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Medicine
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Garden City Community College
Garden City05-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Garden City Community College
Garden City05-2018
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- TNCC- Trauma Nursing Core Course
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CommonSpirit Health
06.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
CommonSpirit Health
06.2019 - 06.2020
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Medicine
Walden University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Garden City Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Garden City Community College