Katelyn Werner
Bricelyn,MN
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for demanding emergency room environments. Skilled in patient assessment, critical care, and rapid decision-making. Strong focus on teamwork, reliability, and adapting to changing needs. Adept at handling high-pressure situations with compassion and precision.
I have been employed with Mayo Clinic for approximately 7 years and have spent the majority of my time perfecting my skills in the emergency department. I have a passion for emergency medicine and hope to continue building my skill set in this particular area of nursing. With emergency medicine, you get to see and learn a new skill or about a new diagnosis daily, and I find this fascinating. No day is the same in the emergency room. I admire the displays of teamwork and friendships that transpire while working in the emergency department. You truly are each other's backbone in critical situations. I am hoping to become a valued member of your team!
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
Emergency Department
12.2019 - Current
- Delivered care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through completion of treatment
- Accurately documented all elements of the nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IV medication administration, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses to the emergency department.
- Provided direct patient care in high-pressure environments, ensuring timely assessments and interventions.
RN Floor Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health Systems
Fairmont, MN
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient conditions, and reported significant changes to medical team promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing understanding of treatment processes and outcomes.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self management.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa
Behavioral Health
10.2014 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with outside resources and agencies to provide patients with further treatment options prior to discharge
- Advocated for patients by communicating their care preferences to psychiatrists to ensure interventions met their goals for treatment and management of their mental health diagnosis
- Ensured adequate safety for all patients that I cared for and collaborated ideas to make their environment a safer place based on their current needs or situation
- Completing daily physical assessments, care interventions, medication administration, and activities of daily living with all patients
Certified Medical Assistant and Direct Support
Exceptional Opportunities
02.2011 - 06.2014
- Ensured daily quality of care for individuals with intellectual disabilities which included aiding them in completing and teaching them activities of daily living
- Completing daily medication pass to all individuals
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Briar Cliff University
Sioux City, IA05-2025
Associate in Nursing - Nursing
Iowa Lakes Community College
Emmetsburg, IA2014
High School Diploma -
Bishop Garrigan High School
Algona, IA2010
Skills
- Appropriate bed side manner
- Crisis intervention skills
- Critical thinker
- Dedicated team member
- Detail oriented
- Exceptional communication skills
- Problem solver
- Quick and eager to learn
- Patient stabilization
- Condition monitoring
Certification
- Current Registered Nurse in the state of MN
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
- PALS certified
- TNCC certified
- Avade certified
References
Dusty Helland (former coworker)
Jessica Hollerich (current coworker)
Jenny Mccullough (current coworker)
Brittany Peterson (current coworker)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
12.2019 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health Systems
06.2019 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa
10.2014 - 06.2019
Certified Medical Assistant and Direct Support
Exceptional Opportunities
02.2011 - 06.2014
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Briar Cliff University
Associate in Nursing - Nursing
Iowa Lakes Community College
High School Diploma -
Bishop Garrigan High School