Katherine Velasco
Rocklin,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Frederick Endoscopy Center
11.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs of patients recovering from anesthesia and took corrective action when necessary.
- Received verbal and written orders from physicians regarding medications, treatments and diagnostic tests for post-operative patients.
- Performed follow-up calls or visits with discharged patients to ensure proper post-admission care instructions were followed.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, technicians, support staff, administrators, patients and family members concerning patient care issues.
- Remaining calm under pressure and being able to quickly and effectively delegate staff responsibilities during busy shifts or emergency situations as charge nurse.
Registered Nurse
Inova Fairfax
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Towson University
Towson08.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD05.2022
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Medication Distribution
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Diabetes management
- Family Education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Frederick Endoscopy Center
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Inova Fairfax
03.2023 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Towson University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Frederick Community College
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