- Animal Care
- fishing/boating
- cooking/baking
- Mental health practices
- Art
- Nature
Katelyn White
Clearwater
Summary
Experienced Charge Nurse skilled in patient advocacy, quality improvement, and direct patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction and foster collaborative team environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Bayfront Health St. Petersburg
St Petersburg Fl
07.2025 - Current
- Fostered a collaborative team environment to support staff well-being and professional development.
- Charge nurse of 35 bed med-tele unit as well as 22 bed PCU. Have also been assigned to be charge on other units while floating.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse
Bayfront Health St. Petersburg
St Petersburg Fl
03.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Honored to be one of the first nurses to open PCU.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Dog Grooming Assistant
Advantage Pet Center
Pinellas Park, FL
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Mentored junior grooming assistants, offering guidance on techniques and providing constructive feedback to enhance their skills development.
- Helped create a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and contributing to discussions about best practices and new ideas.
- Continuously improved efficiency within the salon by identifying areas for improvement in workflow processes and implementing changes as necessary.
Nursing Assistant
Largo Medical Center
Largo, FL
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Reinforced positive care environment by engaging patients in meaningful activities and conversations.
Dog Grooming Assistant
Annes Grooming
Seminole, FL
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent follow-ups on their pets' grooming needs and preferences.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure efficient scheduling and smooth daily operations within the salon.
- Maintained a safe and hygienic work environment, ensuring the well-being of both pets and staff members.
- Soothed anxious or nervous pets through gentle handling techniques, creating a calming atmosphere during their visit.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jersey College of Nursing
Largo, FL09-2020
Skills
- Connection
- Commitment
- Communication
- Curiosity
- Staff scheduling
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Quality improvement
- Personal integrity
- Duty delegation
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Rapport building
- Ethical practice
- Process evaluation
- Safety and security procedures
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassionate and caring
- US IV insertion
Certification
US IV insertion
RQI
NIH
Interests
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Bayfront Health St. Petersburg
07.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bayfront Health St. Petersburg
03.2021 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Largo Medical Center
01.2019 - 01.2020
Dog Grooming Assistant
Advantage Pet Center
03.2018 - 03.2020
Dog Grooming Assistant
Annes Grooming
01.2017 - 05.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jersey College of Nursing