Katherine Frisoli
West Hartford,CT
Summary
Attentive and focused healthcare professional offering hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. Highly proficient in patient care, assessments, medication administration, and health education.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Student Intern
Saint Francis Hospital
2024.05 - Current
- Improved accuracy of medical records by diligently updating and maintaining patient charts with recent findings and observations.
- Participated actively in multidisciplinary team meetings discussing progress updates on complex cases.
- Developed practical skills such as wound care management, IV removal, ECG lead placement and removal, telebox placement, and removal procedures through hands-on training under supervision from registered nurses.
- Promoted health literacy among patients by providing clear explanations about diagnoses, treatments options.
- Delivered high-quality patient care under pressure during emergency situations alongside experienced nursing staff members.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families, aiding in the overall well-being of each individual during their hospital stay.
- Collaborated with preceptor in coordinating daily assignments, ensuring smooth workflow and effective time management.
- Supported educational initiatives by participating in workshops, seminars, and continuing education opportunities relevant to the nursing profession.
- Strengthened patient rapport by actively listening to concerns and providing empathetic support during difficult moments.
- Performed thorough physical assessments, identifying potential health risks and escalating critical information promptly to the appropriate clinical staff.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting nursing staff in administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated closely with healthcare professionals to ensure timely responses to changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Demonstrated compassion and empathy while providing comfort measures for terminally ill patients during end-of-life care.
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Hospital Of Central Connecticut
2024.08 - Current
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Maintained patient dignity and advocated for their needs by addressing concerns and collaborating with other healthcare providers.
- Utilized effective time management strategies to balance competing priorities while maintaining high levels of patient care delivery.
- Prevented complications from intravenous lines through regular assessment of insertion sites, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and respect for colleagues in all interactions.
Student Clinical Nurse Practitioner
Midstate Medical Center
2024.01 - 2024.05
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities to maintain currency in nursing knowledge and stay up-to-date with latest advancements in field.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
- Promoted culture of safety by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Student Clinical Nurse Practitioner
Hospital For Special Care
2023.09 - 2023.12
- · Worked under direct supervision of RN to provide bedside care, treatments, and clinical documentation for patients.
- · Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly assess patient needs and provide appropriate interventions when necessary.
- · Worked under direct supervision of RN to deliver needed medications to Patients via PO and SC.
- · Glucose monitoring, collecting specimens as requested by RN, and submitting them to the lab.
- · Assisted a variety of patients with ADLs.
- · Performed detailed patient assessments, including vital sign measurements and medication administration.
- · Provided wound care and dressing changes.
Education
In Progress ADN G - Nursing Science
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Columbia College, Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2003
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Holy Cross College
South Bend05.2000
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Catheter Care
- Health Promotion
- Mental health care
- Clinical Documentation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient Charting
Specimen Collection
Medication Administration
CPR/AED
Patient Positioning and Transporting
Specimen Collection
Medication Administration
CPR/AED
Patient Positioning and Transporting
Timeline
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Hospital Of Central Connecticut
2024.08 - Current
Nursing Student Intern
Saint Francis Hospital
2024.05 - Current
Student Clinical Nurse Practitioner
Midstate Medical Center
2024.01 - 2024.05
Student Clinical Nurse Practitioner
Hospital For Special Care
2023.09 - 2023.12
In Progress ADN G - Nursing Science
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Columbia College, Chicago
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Holy Cross College
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