Katherine Harvey
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Highly skilled Critical Care Registered Nurse with extensive experience managing complex, high-acuity patients and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in fast-paced, pressure-driven environments. Known for exceptional clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to educate, influence, and build trust with physicians, staff, and families. Brings advanced technical knowledge of life-supporting equipment, invasive monitoring, and high-risk medications, paired with a performance-driven mindset and the ability to simplify complex information for diverse audiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
The Cleveland Clinic
01.2021 - Current
- Functioned as a resource and charge nurse for the Medical and Surgical ICUs, providing clinical support, troubleshooting, staffing coordination, and oversight of unit workflow and multidisciplinary communication.
- Assist with the placement, monitoring, and management of Swan-Ganz catheters, arterial lines, central venous catheters, dialysis access, and other invasive monitoring devices.
- Interpret advanced hemodynamic data from pulmonary artery catheters to guide critical care decision-making.
- Provide post-operative management for high-acuity surgical patients, including solid organ transplant recipients (lung, liver, kidney).
- Support and participate in high-risk bedside procedures, such as bronchoscopies, colonoscopies, rapid sequence intubation, chest tube placement, lumbar punctures, cardioversions, proning/supinating ARDS patients, and ECMO/ECORR cannulation.
- Deliver ongoing care for patients on ECMO and ECORR, including continuous monitoring, safety checks, and team coordination.
- Administer and titrate complex medication regimens, including vasopressors, sedatives, and emergency drugs, in alignment with evidence-based protocols.
- Respond to emergent events, including Code Blues, rapid responses, and acute clinical deterioration, performing life-saving interventions.
- Collaborate closely with intensivists, surgeons, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Maintain meticulous documentation, and uphold all regulatory, safety, and compliance standards.
Nursing Assistant, Hematology and Oncology
The Cleveland Clinic
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering patient care and ensuring comfort during treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, documented changes, and reported findings to healthcare team.
- Supported daily living activities by helping patients with hygiene, mobility, and nutrition.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Exhibited strong time management skills by prioritizing tasks effectively and completing them in a timely manner without compromising quality of care.
Job Coach
Goodwill Inc
03.2017 - 08.2019
- Developed individualized employment plans to enhance job readiness and skill acquisition.
- Conducted assessments to identify client strengths and areas for improvement.
- Facilitated workshops on resume writing, interview techniques, and job search strategies.
- Collaborated with local employers to establish job placement opportunities for clients.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH05-2022
Associate of Science - Computer Science And Buisness
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio, OH08-2020
Skills
- Clinical and technical expertise
- Communication and relationship-building
- Problem-solving and decision making
- Extensive product knowledge within the Critical Care setting
- Leadership & professionalism
- Technical product training
- Healthcare industry trends
- Medical terminology
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
The Cleveland Clinic
01.2021 - Current
Nursing Assistant, Hematology and Oncology
The Cleveland Clinic
01.2019 - 08.2022
Job Coach
Goodwill Inc
03.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Associate of Science - Computer Science And Buisness
Ohio University