Katherine Clay, BSN, RN
Roscoe,IL
Summary
Versatile and experienced Registered Nurse with a proven track record across OSF Healthcare in both inpatient and outpatient settings; excelling in direct patient care, prevention of adverse outcomes, education and interdisciplinary collaboration. In my current position, I have leveraged advanced wound care techniques to enhance healing outcomes, while demonstrating strong clinical judgment and ethical practice. Committed to optimizing patient care through innovative treatment strategies and effective communication.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care Nurse
OSF St. Anthony Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
- Educated patients and families on wound care management best practices.
- Assessed and treated various wound types using evidence-based practices and advanced techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Utilized advanced wound care products and technologies to enhance healing processes.
- Administered specialized treatments such as negative pressure therapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy effectively to facilitate better outcomes for patients with chronic wounds.
- Developed key relationships with vendors to stay informed about new products and technologies, allowing for continued expansion of treatment options available to patients.
Clinical Resource Nurse
OSF Healthcare Ministry Services
05.2018 - 09.2024
- Maintained competency in diverse clinical settings by regularly floating between units across multiple OSF hospitals across north and central IL, adapting quickly to unique patient populations and environments.
- Served as a resource for facility staff members while also providing direct patient care from the general medical population to the stepdown ICU population.
- Demonstrated flexibility by seamlessly transitioning between roles within the nursing team as needed to ensure optimal coverage during staff shortages or emergencies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, optimizing patient care and recovery.
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
11.2013 - 05.2018
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Reduced complications in Intermediate Care Unit by providing timely and accurate assessments of patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss the care of individual patients, leading to improved communication between healthcare providers and more cohesive treatment plans.
- Trained new nursing staff on unit protocols, enhancing team efficiency and cohesion.
- Improved patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate care, addressing concerns, and actively listening to feedback.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI12.2011
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Risk identification
- Ethical practice
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
Certification
IL NURSING LICENSE 041404378
ACLS
BLS
NIHSS
HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY
PCCN (lapsed)
Timeline
Wound Care Nurse
OSF St. Anthony Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Clinical Resource Nurse
OSF Healthcare Ministry Services
05.2018 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
11.2013 - 05.2018
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Marquette University