Katherine McGraw
Po Box 331 Summerville,GA
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient care, I leveraged direct patient care and medication administration skills at Advent Health Redmond, achieving significant improvements in patient outcomes. Demonstrating strong collaboration and emergency response abilities, I ensured high-quality care and efficiency in fast-paced environments. My dedication to HIPAA compliance and infection control stands out, underscoring my commitment to excellence in nursing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advent Health Redmond
Rome, GA
01.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Right at Home
Rome, GA
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakview Health And Rehabilitation
Summerville, GA
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nurse
Dalton State College
Dalton, GALicensed Practical Nurse -
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA12.2023
GED -
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA03.2017
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Emergency response
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advent Health Redmond
01.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Right at Home
01.2019 - 12.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakview Health And Rehabilitation
10.2017 - 12.2018
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nurse
Dalton State College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
GED -
Georgia Northwestern Technical College