Katherine Vlagopoulos
Duxbury,MA
Summary
Driven, hardworking and veteran ICU Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing 30-year record of success in nursing and desiring a job to utilize my critical care experience.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Endoscopy
South Shore Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Assisting the physician during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Preparing patients for endoscopic procedures, including pre-procedure assessments, medication reviews, and education.
- Clear and empathic communication with patients to explain procedures, answer questions, and alleviate anxiety.
- Providing post-procedure care, monitoring patients for complications, and managing pain.
- Competent in setting up, using and maintaining various endoscopic instruments and equipment.
- Proficient in administering conscious sedation and close monitoring of vital signs during procedures, including recognizing and responding to changes.
- BLS and ACLS certified.
- Proficient in Epic EMR system.
- Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations that may arise during procedures.
- Proper handling and processing of specimens obtained during procedures.
- Effective communication with physician, other nurses, and support staff.
- Able to remain calm, make quick decisions and provide effective care under pressure and in emergency situations.
- Able to take call and function independently in that role.
Staff Nurse, CCU
South Shore Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Provided patient care, performed assessments, and interventions in a 24-bed ICU unit for medical, trauma and post-surgical patients.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Registered Nurse, ICU, Per Diem
Steward St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
09.2012 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Steward St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
04.1996 - 08.2012
- Cared for post-operative cardiothoracic, vascular and general surgery patients requiring critical care monitoring and treatment.
- Experience with pacemakers. IABP, CVVH, PA catheters and titrating vasoactive medications.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult and geriatric ICU patients.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Steward St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
06.1995 - 04.1996
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed caseload of up to 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Cared for patients recovering from cardiothoracic, vascular and general surgeries.
Registered Nurse, Medical Unit
Steward St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
06.1992 - 06.1995
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Conducted daily patient assessments, documented findings, monitored patient status, utilized clinical reasoning skills to determine when orders/interventions were warranted, and intervened accordingly.
- Regularly performed NG tube maintenance, catheter insertion/maintenance, ostomy care, wound care, tracheostomy care, J tubes/G tube feeding/maintenance, blood transfusions, central line care, and many other technical tasks
Education
Nursing
St. Elizabeth's Hospital School of Nursing
05.1992
Skills
- Team building
- Decision-Making
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Endoscopy
South Shore Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse, CCU
South Shore Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU, Per Diem
Steward St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
09.2012 - 12.2021
Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Steward St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
04.1996 - 08.2012
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Steward St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
06.1995 - 04.1996
Registered Nurse, Medical Unit
Steward St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
06.1992 - 06.1995
Nursing
St. Elizabeth's Hospital School of Nursing
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