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Katharine Baer BSN, RN, CWON

Myrtle Beach,SC

Summary

Highly-motivated Registered Nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Successful at delivering high-quality, evidence based patient centered care with a strong focus on positive patient outcomes in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Nurse

Amedisys
Conway, SC
01.2024 - Current
  • Assessed patient health by conducting physical examinations and evaluating medical histories.
  • Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
  • Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
  • Monitored vital signs for any changes in patient condition and reported them to the appropriate overseeing physician.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the progress of each patient's treatment plan.

RN- Travel Wound and Ostomy Nurse

Aya Healthcare
Sacramento, CA
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided direct nursing care to outpatients in a clinic setting.
  • Educated patients on proper health maintenance practices and disease prevention techniques.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
  • Advised patients on lifestyle modifications that would improve their overall wellbeing.
  • Facilitated referrals to specialists when necessary for further evaluation or treatment.

RN- Wound and Ostomy Service

Novant Health NHRMC
Wilmington, NC
04.2021 - 04.2023
  • Assessed patient health and collaborated with interdisciplinary team to developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs and nursing students on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.

RN- Orthopedics/ Med-Surg

Novant Health NHRMC
Wilmington, NC
02.2018 - 04.2021
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina- Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
12.2017

Wound And Ostomy Certification

Emory University
Atlanta, GA
04.2023

Certification

Certified Wound and Ostomy Nurse

Emory University, April 2023

BLS Certification

American Heart Association; Issued June 2022, Expires June 2024

Timeline

Home Health Nurse

Amedisys
01.2024 - Current

RN- Travel Wound and Ostomy Nurse

Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 12.2023

RN- Wound and Ostomy Service

Novant Health NHRMC
04.2021 - 04.2023

RN- Orthopedics/ Med-Surg

Novant Health NHRMC
02.2018 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina- Wilmington

Wound And Ostomy Certification

Emory University

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