Katherine Koski
Canton,MI
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse in the Operating Room known for high productivity and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Possess specialized skills in patient care, surgical assistance, and sterilization protocols, ensuring optimal support during surgeries. Excel in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, contributing to positive patient outcomes and a collaborative operating room atmosphere.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Trinity Health Hospital
Ann Arbor, Michigan
06.1997 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surg protocols and guidelines.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring patients during surgery.
- Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
- Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addres: individual needs and concerns.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ens optimal outcomes for patients.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family membe providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reduc risk of infection.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensi plans for pre-and post-operative patients.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Ann Arbor, MI
06.1996 - 06.1997
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Patient Care Technician
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Ann Arbor
06.1994 - 06.1996
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Madonna University
Livonia, MI06-1996
Skills
Organizational Skills
Advanced Surgical Skills
- Electronic Medical Records Patient Advocacy
- Airway Management
Critical Thinking
Continuing Education
Team Collaboration
Blood Transfusion
Preoperative Preparation
Equipment Operation
Sterile Technique
Infection Control
Time Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Trinity Health Hospital
06.1997 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
06.1996 - 06.1997
Patient Care Technician
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
06.1994 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Madonna University