Katherine Kujath
Omaha,NE
Summary
Driven, hardworking and veteran LPN bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing 20 -year record of success in nursing and desiring an LPN 12 hr night shift position with Long term Care facilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
OB Intake Nurse
Charles Drew Health Center
Omaha, NE
10.2021 - Current
- Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details and answered patient care-related questions.
- Coordinated patients' tests and treatments with other hospital departments.
- Recorded incoming patients' vital signs and current medication details in electronic charts.
- Interacted professionally with families and provided empathetic support and professional guidance.
- Attended in-house trainings and continuing education classes.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for pregnancy journey.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Night Shift Charge Nurse
Vetter Health Services
Omaha, NE
08.2009 - 07.2021
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Administered medications to 20+ patients and monitored response to medications.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and workshops.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Cared for patients in 20+-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Education
Associates - Nursing
Southeast Community College
Beatrice, NE12.2001
Skills
- Creative Problem Solving
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Preventive Healthcare
- Critical Thinking
- Accurate Documentation
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Care Coordination
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Clear Patient Communication
- Self-motivated professional
- Customer Service
Timeline
OB Intake Nurse
Charles Drew Health Center
10.2021 - Current
Night Shift Charge Nurse
Vetter Health Services
08.2009 - 07.2021
Associates - Nursing
Southeast Community College
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