Katharina Nagy
Chicago,IL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain exceptional healthcare practices
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Endeavor Health
Elmhurst, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Triage of patient calls and in person acute problems.
- Assisted with cystoscopies, biopsies, and independently performed cystometrograms.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Performed catheter changes and bladder irrigation.
- Assisted with chemotherapy bladder instillation.
- Substitute Lead RN as needed.
Staff RN, ICU
Rush Copley Medical Center
Aurora, IL
01.2019 - 10.2022
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient status and care throughout shift.
- Performed phlebotomy and IV starts.
- Cared for ventilated patients in cooperation with respiratory therapy.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Demonstrated expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Performed advanced life support skills including intubation, chest tube insertion, lumbar puncture, and central line placement.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans for each patient's care.
- Served as preceptor for new nurses orienting them on proper procedures related to assessment techniques and documentation practices.
Staff RN, Critical Care Resource Department
Northwestern Medicine CDH Hospital
Winfield, IL
11.2016 - 01.2022
- Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Managed the care of patients on mechanical ventilation, optimizing respiratory function and monitoring for complications.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Evaluated laboratory results to determine patient response to therapy or medication changes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all assessments, interventions and patient progress in electronic medical records system.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning, collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Ensured strict compliance with infection control protocols to protect patients, staff, and visitors.
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Gwinnett Medical Center
Lawrenceville, GA
05.2013 - 08.2016
- Provided bedside care to critically ill patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit.
- Post Open Heart Surgery recovery.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Performed advanced cardiac life support procedures such as chest compressions, endotracheal intubation, defibrillation, pacing and cardioversion.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions and lifestyle modifications.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Gwinnett Medical Center
Lawrenceville, GA
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with long-term chronic wounds.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02-2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA05-2008
Skills
- Critical Care
- Invasive line monitoring
- IV drug therapy management
- Compassion and Empathy
- Wound Care
- Airway Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Excellent Communication
- Electronic Health Records Management
Certification
- CCRN
- ACLS
- BLS
Languages
German
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN
Endeavor Health
01.2022 - Current
Staff RN, ICU
Rush Copley Medical Center
01.2019 - 10.2022
Staff RN, Critical Care Resource Department
Northwestern Medicine CDH Hospital
11.2016 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Gwinnett Medical Center
05.2013 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Gwinnett Medical Center
08.2008 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Athens Technical College
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