Katelynn Watkins
Norway
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Maine Medical Center, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Proven ability to mentor new staff and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Maine Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant
We Get Staffed
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME12.2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Wound care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency response
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- HIPAA education
- Hospice and palliative care
- Oxygen saturation standards
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Maine Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
We Get Staffed
08.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
University of Southern Maine
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