Katherine Hammers

• Responded to life saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols
• Monitored and interpreted hemodynamic data to guide clinical decisions
• Accurately interpreted clinical data, anticipated, & identified problems/complications in critically ill patients
• Managed and cared for intubated patients as well as performed respiratory management interventions (ABG interpretation, emergency airway management, & rapid sequence intubation medication administration)
• Identified abnormal cardiac rhythms & escalated rhythm changes to the appropriate provider
• Appropriately titrated continuous medications in response to changes in patient conditions

• Delivered bedside care in a busy 25-bed trauma surgical unit for patients with traumatic injuries

• Provided direct patient care, including assessment, individualized care plans, and interventions

• Utilized critical thinking to assess changes in condition, recognize complications, and intervene

• Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Functioned as patient advocate by resolving patient and family concerns through appropriate actions.
• Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
• Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining focus on quality patient outcomes.