Katelyn Short
Noblesville,IN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive ICU experience at IU Health North Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and medication administration. Proven ability to advocate for patient needs while demonstrating strong emotional intelligence and critical thinking. Committed to enhancing care coordination and ensuring safety through rigorous infection control practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, ICU
IU Health North Hospital
Carmel, IN
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in monitoring vital signs of critically ill patients.
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for patient care planning.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during stressful situations.
- Followed infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss patient care strategies.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and modified plans accordingly.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Participated in development, implementation and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
Patient Care Technician
Eskenazi Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with patient monitoring and daily care tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient treatment areas.
- Prepared and transported patients for diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
Patient Care Technician
Community Hospital North
Indianapolis, IN
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Default Loan Specialist
Carrington Mortgage
Westfield, IN
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Observed corporate and federal regulatory policies in terms of data security, privacy and confidentiality.
- Prepared detailed documentation for each loan transaction including closing documents.
- Maintained accurate records of all customer interactions related to loan processing activities.
- Compiled reports detailing approved or denied loan applications as well as delinquency status.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local laws governing lending practices.
- Reviewed client documentation and contracts for discrepancies and mistakes.
Claim Specialist
CNO Financial
Carmel, IN
05.2017 - 04.2019
- Reviewed documentation for accuracy and completeness during the claims process.
- Communicated with clients to clarify information and resolve discrepancies.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline claims processing procedures.
- Maintained detailed records of claims for reporting and auditing purposes.
- Resolved claims by approving or denying documentation, calculating benefits due and determining compensation settlement.
- Maintained knowledge of policies and procedures and insurance coverage benefit levels, eligibility systems and verification processes.
- Evaluated financial information provided by claimants in order to process payments quickly and accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN12-2023
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Critical thinking
- Care coordination
- Documentation accuracy
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Emotional intelligence
- Time management
- IV setup
- SBAR communication
- Tracheostomy care
- IV drug therapy management
- ADL assistance
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU
IU Health North Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Eskenazi Hospital
06.2022 - 01.2024
Patient Care Technician
Community Hospital North
01.2021 - 06.2022
Default Loan Specialist
Carrington Mortgage
08.2019 - 01.2021
Claim Specialist
CNO Financial
05.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
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