Katherine Hanson
Grayslake
Summary
With two decades of dedicated service in diverse medical-surgical settings, I have honed my clinical expertise and developed a passion for nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals. My recent completion of an MSN in Nursing Education has solidified my commitment to academic excellence and innovative teaching methodologies. I am eager to contribute my knowledge and experience to a dynamic educational environment.
My clinical background has equipped me with a deep understanding of patient care, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. I am confident in creating engaging, informative learning experiences that inspire students to excel. I am particularly interested in incorporating real-world clinical scenarios into the curriculum, fostering a holistic approach to nursing education.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Infusion Nurse
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Lake Forest
01.2021 - Current
- Administer chemotherapy and immunotherapy medications utilizing IV, SQ, IM, and intravesical routes.
- Perform with competence the nursing skills necessary to provide quality care to oncologic patients, including PORT and PICC management. lab interpretation, therapeutic phlebotomy, blood product transfusion
- Assisted patients and families in navigating the psychosocial dimensions of their diagnosis and treatment journey.
- Advocated for patient needs with the interdisciplinary team and implemented the outlined treatment plans.
- Participation in department improvement projects and ongoing education programs related to advances in cancer care.
- Preceptor for nursing students and new orientees to the department and developed educational materials to aide in learning various chemotherapeutic and biologic treatments administered in our clinic.
Inpatient Nurse - Med/Surg, CDU
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Lake Forest
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to provide safe, quality patient care.
- Documented all nursing interventions according to accepted standards of practice within the EMR.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed time efficiently between multiple tasks throughout the shift.
- Provided education on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment of illnesses.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Home Health Nurse Case Manager
Northwestern Home Health
Lake Forest
11.2010 - 05.2019
- Provided home health nursing services, including wound care, medication administration, and patient and family education.
- Created care plans for patients that included follow-up appointments and community resources available for continued support after hospitalization.
- Provided education on health maintenance, disease prevention, treatment of illnesses, and home safety.
- Advocated for patient needs with the interdisciplinary team and implemented the outlined treatment plans.
- Developed patient and family education materials for home intravenous therapy, management of PICC lines, home TPN administration, and management of Pleurx drains.
- Preceptor to new-hire nurses in the home health department.
- Participation in institutional and departmental committees aimed at improving patient care outcomes, and reviewing metric data aimed at meeting yearly goals.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments rendered and documented assessment findings in electronic health records system.
Inpatient RN - Float Pool
Advocate Condell Hospital
Libertyville
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Maintained accurate documentation of nursing interventions and patient assessments using the EMR.
Inpatient RN - Med/Surg Urology
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
Greenville
02.2008 - 08.2009
- Documented all nursing interventions according to accepted standards of practice within the EMR.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed time efficiently between multiple tasks throughout the shift.
- Provided education on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment of illnesses.
- Patient care focused on urologic conditions and post-surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Preceptor to new-hire nurses in the department, and mentored new-graduate nurses.
Travel Inpatient RN - Med/Surg - 3 Month Contract
University Physicians Hospital
Tucson
10.2007 - 01.2008
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Created, implemented, and evaluated patient care plans with the collaboration of the health care team.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
Travel Inpatient RN - Trauma - 3 Month Contract
Oregon Health and Sciences University
Portland
07.2007 - 10.2007
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and patient education.
- Managed complex patients with multiple diagnoses and injuries.
Inpatient RN - Surgical/Pediatrics
Proctor Hospital
Peoria
07.2005 - 07.2007
- Provided direct nursing care for post-surgical patients, including assessment, medication administration, lab interpretation, and wound care.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Educated patients on post-operative care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Biology
Bradley University
Peoria, IL01.2005
Skills
- Chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration
- Patient and family education
- Health care advocacy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Quality improvement
- Time management
- Symptom management
- Clinical documentation
- Student precepting
- Training staff
- Adaptability
Certification
- BLS
- Certified chemotherapy and immunotherapy provider
Timeline
Oncology Infusion Nurse
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Inpatient Nurse - Med/Surg, CDU
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2021
Home Health Nurse Case Manager
Northwestern Home Health
11.2010 - 05.2019
Inpatient RN - Float Pool
Advocate Condell Hospital
05.2010 - 05.2011
Inpatient RN - Med/Surg Urology
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
02.2008 - 08.2009
Travel Inpatient RN - Med/Surg - 3 Month Contract
University Physicians Hospital
10.2007 - 01.2008
Travel Inpatient RN - Trauma - 3 Month Contract
Oregon Health and Sciences University
07.2007 - 10.2007
Inpatient RN - Surgical/Pediatrics
Proctor Hospital
07.2005 - 07.2007
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Purdue University Northwest
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Biology
Bradley University
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