Katherine Mills
Perryville,MD
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients across various levels of care from long term to critical care. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with physicians and providers to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environments to better overall patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE-Emergency Room
Christiana Care Health System
Wilmington, DE
01.2024 - Current
- Triage assessments of patients in the setting of a Level III Trauma Center Emergency Department.
- appropriately monitored vital signs and assisted with medical procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders, enhancing care effectiveness.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Coast Medical Service
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality care to patients in fast-paced environment.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Lead Healthstaff
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of lifesaving equipment.
- Conducted a comprehensive physical assessment of walk-in, emergent, and trauma victims using advanced skills, such as airway management techniques and other bedside procedures.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Assessed and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Provided emotional support for families during difficult times by listening attentively and offering comfort measures.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
Ridgecrest, CA
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Performed triage, prioritizing the treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices as directed by physician and provider's orders.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
Palmdale, CA
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Developed positive relationships with patients and families to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
Ridgecrest, CA
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Performing assessments of patients' physical and mental health status.
- Administering medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Supervising nursing staff in leadership role in the provision of quality care for long-term acute care patients.
- Responsible for chart auditing to assess for completion and areas of improvement
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ05-2016
High School Diploma -
Elbert Jr/Sr High School
Elbert, CO05-2010
Skills
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Critical Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Physical assessments
- Wound Care
- Family and patient support
- Emergency Procedures
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Response
Certification
- Delaware State Nursing License L1-0073402 Multistate License
- Certified Emergency Nurse
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Trauma Nurse Core Course
- NIH Stroke Scale
Accomplishments
- CEN certification obtained 04/2025
- Nominated for Daisy Award October 2023
- Charge Nurse Experience for Critical Access Hospital
Affiliations
- Outdoor activities include running, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking and camping
- Mother of two young girls and a dog
- Baking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE-Emergency Room
Christiana Care Health System
01.2024 - Current
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Coast Medical Service
04.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Lead Healthstaff
04.2022 - 04.2023
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
07.2021 - 04.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
06.2017 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
08.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Yavapai College
High School Diploma -
Elbert Jr/Sr High School
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