Katherine Oester
Martinez,GA
Summary
Attentive and focused healthcare professional offering over 300 hours of hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. Highly proficient in patient care, assessments, medication administration and health education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Wellstar MCG Health
07.2023 - Current
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
Nursing Externship
Wellstar MCG Health- Cardiac Intermediate Care
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Worked with preceptor to administer nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Assisted in treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
Nurse Shadowing Experience
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Helped care for patients postoperatively in PACU unit.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Augusta University
Augusta05.2023
High School Diploma -
Lakeside High School
Evans, GA05.2020
Skills
- Patient Physical Assessment
- Critical Thinking & Attention to Detail
- Medication Administration
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medical laboratory procedures
- EPIC Training
Accomplishments
- Member of Augusta University Honors Program.
- Augusta University Dean's List Spring 2020-Fall 2022.
- Magna Cum Laude
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Safety and Advocacy Institute for Healthcare Improvement Certificates.
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification
- Georgia Board of Nursing Professional Nursing License
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Wellstar MCG Health
07.2023 - Current
Nursing Externship
Wellstar MCG Health- Cardiac Intermediate Care
05.2022 - 07.2022
Nurse Shadowing Experience
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
06.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Augusta University
High School Diploma -
Lakeside High School
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