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Work History
Education
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Katherine Nix

INOVA
Tysons Corner,VA
44
years of professional experience

Compassionate RN specializing in patient evaluation and clinical judgment. Enhanced patient satisfaction and outcomes through effective communication and evidence-based practices. Implemented infection control measures and precepted new staff to foster a safe environment for patients and colleagues. Member of AORN and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.

Work History

Staff Nurse

1 Year 1 Month
INOVA | Falls Church, Virginia | 09.2025 - Current
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients
  • Partnered with physicians to swiftly assess patients and administer suitable treatments.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Adapted care strategies in response to evolving patient needs, ensuring high-quality patient management.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through implementation of effective communication strategies.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members
  • Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
  • Partnered with leadership to develop initiatives that fostered nursing satisfaction and improved retention.

Staff Nurse, RNFA

5 Years 6 Months
George Washington University Hospital | Washington DC | 09.2010 - 03.2016

Staff Nurse

12 Years 3 Months
Cross Country Travel Corps | Miami, FL | 05.1998 - 08.2010

Staff Nurse

15 Years 8 Months
Huntsville Hospital Main | Huntsville, AL | 09.1982 - 05.1998

Education

Bachelor of Science

Grand Canyon University | Phoenix, AZ | 03-2027
  • Signa Theta Tau
  • [Number] GPA 3.80

Associate of Arts - RNFA

University of South Florida | Tampa, FL | 08-2006

Associate of Arts

Calhoun Community College | Tanner, AL | 05-1982

High School Diploma

Austin High School | Decatur, AL | 05-1973

Skills

Emergency response
Patient assessment
Care planning
Infection control
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Patient education
Staff training
Preceptor
Strong clinical judgment
Critical thinking
High level of autonomy

Timeline

Staff Nurse

INOVA
09.2025 - CurrentRead More

Staff Nurse, RNFA

George Washington University Hospital
09.2010 - 03.2016Read More

Staff Nurse

Cross Country Travel Corps
05.1998 - 08.2010Read More

Staff Nurse

Huntsville Hospital Main
09.1982 - 05.1998Read More

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science
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University of South Florida

Associate of Arts from RNFA
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Calhoun Community College

Associate of Arts
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Austin High School

High School Diploma
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Katherine Nix