Katelyn Pinson
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Highly motivated medical professional with extensive experience providing quality care to a diverse range of patients. Experienced in developing and implementing individualized care plans based on pt. needs and preferences. Adept at administering medications and treatments, patient education, and performing physical assessments. Dedicated and compassionate professional with a proven talent for providing exceptional patient care in a variety of healthcare settings. Demonstrates ability to quickly and accurately assess patient needs and develop effective care plans. Committed to delivering high-quality care and achieving positive patient outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Lantern at Morning Pointe of Collegedale
08.2024 - Current
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Agency LPN
Shiftkey/Clipboard
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients during transitions between service providers or levels of care.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and their families, offering emotional support and education on treatment plans and self-care management.
- Enhanced patient care by providing thorough assessments, vital sign monitoring, and administering medications as prescribed.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care between shifts by providing concise handoff reports to colleagues at shift changeovers.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care across diverse settings such as long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, home health agencies, or outpatient clinics depending on agency placement needs.
LPN
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care
- Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and medications
- Helped with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients
- Provided high-level care to patients in a busy, fast-paced hospital setting
- Efficiently managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing activities in accordance with facility policies and standards of practice
- Assisted with discharge planning activities such as arranging follow up appointments or home health services when needed
TRAVEL LPN
The Greens at Weaverville/ NSS
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Assessed changes in patient conditions promptly and accurately reported findings to nurse supervisor and physician
- Provided patient-centered care for travelers in a variety of settings, including long-term care facilities and hospitals
- Demonstrated excellent problem solving abilities when working through challenging situations or issues that arose during shifts
- Utilized electronic medical records systems to document patient progress and plan treatments
- Performed assessments and delegated tasks to other health professionals as needed
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations related to travel nursing practice standards
LPN
Morning Pointe @ Greenbriar Cove/Morning Pointe of Hixson
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care
- Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines
- Maintained patient charts and medical records in EMR software
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and medications
- Took and recorded vital signs in patients to determine fitness and identify immediate health issues
- Administered vaccines and medications by oral, IM, SQ or ID routes
- Performed assessments of patient health status by taking vital signs and documenting information accurately in electronic medical records
- Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients
LPN
HENRY COUNTY HEALTH CENTER
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care
- Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients
- Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines
- Maintained patient charts and medical records in EMR software
- Supported wound care needs and related nursing duties
- Took and recorded vital signs in patients to determine fitness and identify immediate health issues
- Assisted with collection, labeling, and timely processing of specimens
- Recorded essential information about patient issues and communicated to doctor during appointments
- Helped with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients
- Monitored patient health conditions and scheduled appointments to provide further care
- Submitted health-related information into online database to maintain records
- Administered vaccines and medications by oral, IM, SQ or ID routes
HOUSEKEEPER
Rosestone Retirement Community
10.2018 - 08.2021
- Clean residents rooms on a weekly schedule, give showers and provide patient care when needed, serve meals
PROFESSIONAL CAREGIVER
Alexian Brother Homecare
04.2017 - 12.2017
- Went to client's homes and provided care, light housekeeping, meal prep, transportation
RESIDENT ASSISTANT
The Lantern at Morning Pointe
04.2014 - 04.2017
- Assisted resident's with ADL's, provided activities for residents, documented care given
RESIDENT ASSISTANT
Morningside of Paris
07.2011 - 04.2014
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living as described on individual care plans
- Undressed, washed, and dressed patients to provide personal hygiene assistance
- Displayed excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with peers, faculty, staff, and guests
PBX SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR
Henry County Medical Center
04.2007 - 07.2011
- Managed voicemail accounts for staff members and provided assistance when necessary
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining a professional attitude
- Handled multiple lines simultaneously while efficiently transferring calls between departments
- Monitored alarms and responded appropriately in emergency situations according to established protocols
- Operated PBX switchboard equipment to answer incoming calls, route callers and take messages accurately
- Processed payments from customers using point-of-sale systems, verifying credit card numbers
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Science
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN12-2021
LPN
Chattanooga State Technical College
Chattanooga, TN12-2017
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Infection control
- Catheter care
- Compassionate care
- Diabetes management
- End-of-life care
- Palliative care
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Hospice care
- Patient documention
- Lab specimen collection
- Wound care
- Vital signs
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- EMR / EHR
- Tuberculosis testing
Timeline
LPN
Lantern at Morning Pointe of Collegedale
08.2024 - Current
LPN
Erlanger Baroness Hospital
02.2024 - 04.2024
TRAVEL LPN
The Greens at Weaverville/ NSS
10.2023 - 02.2024
Agency LPN
Shiftkey/Clipboard
11.2022 - Current
LPN
Morning Pointe @ Greenbriar Cove/Morning Pointe of Hixson
08.2021 - 12.2023
LPN
HENRY COUNTY HEALTH CENTER
09.2020 - 08.2021
HOUSEKEEPER
Rosestone Retirement Community
10.2018 - 08.2021
PROFESSIONAL CAREGIVER
Alexian Brother Homecare
04.2017 - 12.2017
RESIDENT ASSISTANT
The Lantern at Morning Pointe
04.2014 - 04.2017
RESIDENT ASSISTANT
Morningside of Paris
07.2011 - 04.2014
PBX SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR
Henry County Medical Center
04.2007 - 07.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Health Science
Jackson State Community College
LPN
Chattanooga State Technical College
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