Katherine Halliday
Saint Augustine
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health & Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients in rehabilitation settings.
- Improved patient mobility through targeted physical therapy exercises and treatments.
- Facilitated patient goal-setting, empowering individuals to take ownership of their rehabilitation progress and achieve optimal outcomes in a timely manner.
- Promoted effective pain management strategies among patients, incorporating both pharmacological approaches as well as alternative methods when appropriate.
- Coordinated with occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists to ensure seamless integration of care services for patients'' unique needs.
- Advocated for patients'' needs, collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure the highest quality of care possible during their rehabilitation journey.
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
10.2020 - 02.2024
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Registered Nurse
Ponce Therapy Care Center
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort by performing comprehensive assessments and promptly addressing concerns.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' progress, treatments, and medications.
- Communicated effectively with family members, providing updates on patients'' conditions while offering support resources when necessary.
Registered Nurse
Armor Correctional Health Services
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Registered Nurse
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2015 - 03.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs consistently, identifying potential complications early and taking prompt action to address concerns.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and rehabilitation services.
Registered Nurse
The Terrace of Jacksonville (Previously Southlake Nursing & Rehabilitation)
03.2013 - 02.2015
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort by performing comprehensive assessments and promptly addressing concerns.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' progress, treatments, and medications.
- Communicated effectively with family members, providing updates on patients'' conditions while offering support resources when necessary.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing (ADN)
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL08.2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Lab result interpretation
- Intake and discharge
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Chart updating
- EMR / EHR
- Data collection
Certification
- American Heart Association BLS for health care providers
- State of Florida RN License Number: RN9352789 (2012)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health & Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
10.2020 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Ponce Therapy Care Center
06.2020 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse
Armor Correctional Health Services
03.2019 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2015 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
The Terrace of Jacksonville (Previously Southlake Nursing & Rehabilitation)
03.2013 - 02.2015
Associates Degree - Nursing (ADN)
Pensacola State College
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