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Katherine Cartlidge

Whiteville,TN

Summary

Compassionate and driven graduate nurse with practical knowledge gained through rigorous clinical practice and academic studies. Demonstrated ability in patient care, health assessment, and medication administration. Strong interpersonal skills showcased through providing empathetic support to patients and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven dedication to promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality healthcare.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Student

TCAT Jackson
Jackson , TN
04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Participated in patient assessments and contributed to care plans.
  • Supported post-operative care, monitoring for complications and promoting recovery.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.
  • Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Conducted basic physical exams such as measuring height, weight, BMI and recording results in patient charts.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral medications accurately according to physician's orders.
  • Managed time effectively to prioritize patient care tasks.
  • Engaged in clinical rotations across various departments to gain diverse experience.
  • Practiced infection control measures, including proper handwashing and PPE use.
  • Developed a plan of care based on evaluation findings.
  • Lifted, ambulated and fed patients to deliver optimal care services.
  • Performed wound care and dressing changes with attention to infection control.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, following proper protocols.
  • Completed a total of 441 Clinical Hours
  • AHA BLS Certified In February of 2024

Associate

Amazon
Nashua, NH
05.2020 - 06.2020
  • Conducted inventory checks to ensure accuracy of shelf stock.
  • Ensured compliance with company safety regulations at all times while on the job.

Education

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Jackson, TN
12-2024

Skills

  • Infection control standards
  • Quality of care standards
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Medical chart management
  • Call responses
  • Catheter care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient assessments
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Patient feeding
  • Task prioritization
  • Basic nursing care
  • Medical documentation
  • Medication administration
  • IV setup
  • ADL assistance
  • IV removal

Accomplishments

  • National Technical Honor Society

Certification

  • ASA BLS Certified

Timeline

Nursing Student

TCAT Jackson
04.2024 - 12.2024

Associate

Amazon
05.2020 - 06.2020

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Katherine Cartlidge