KATHLEEN DULIN
Reno,NV
Summary
Resourceful RN possessing excellent work ethic, compassion and commendable interpersonal skills. Experienced in managing care for patients with diverse illnesses and conditions. Promoting patient advocacy, effective decision-making skills and passion for delivering compassionate care and support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
- Managed caseload patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the Medical Surgical Telemetry unit.
- Managed critical situations effectively by utilizing strong decision-making skills under pressure, ultimately ensuring patient safety.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between different levels of care by collaborating with case managers and social workers during discharge planning processes.
- Utilized telemetry equipment to closely monitor vital signs and quickly identify any abnormalities or potential complications.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Pediatric Cardiology High Dependency
The Royal Hospital
01.2015 - 06.2021
- Assessed and cared for patients with heart problems
- Monitored post-surgery patients under inotropes, sedations and mechanical ventilators
- Responded with initial diagnosis to person undergoing sudden life-threatening emergency
- Monitored patients for any negative signs of a change in condition
- Assisted in interventional procedures, surgical wound cares and bedside invasive procedures including emergency intercostal drain insertion, chest tapping
- Administered medication and helped with basic personal care needs
- Identified conditions and developed treatment plans.
- Conducted thorough pre-and post-operative assessments to ensure optimal surgical results for pediatric patients undergoing cardiac procedures.
Pediatric Nephrology Nurse
Tripoli Medical Center
02.2013 - 08.2014
- Pre and post dialysis care and management
- Management and monitoring of chronic kidney disease patient's diet
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medication and helped with basic personal care needs.
Community Health Nurse
RNheals -Department Of Health
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting public health resources and services available to local residents.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and patients'' families, facilitating communication and fostering trust.
- Managed immunization clinics, ensuring timely administration of vaccinations and reducing the spread of communicable diseases.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Medical Colleges Of Northern Philippines
01.2009
Skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Reporting and documentation
- Diagnostic assessments
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Clinical management
- Peripheral IV Insertion
- Electronic Charting
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Training staff
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
References
- Joanna Grace Mercado joannagrace0120@gmail.com Ward Nurse,Pediatric Cardiology Ward, The Royal Hospital, Muscat, Oman
- Marissa Miñora, Supervisor, Pediatric Ward, Tripoli Medical Center, Tripoli, Libya, +218 914 806 789
- Mariam Muridil, Charge Nurse, Pediatric Nephrology Ward, Tripoli Medical Center, Tripoli, Libya, +218 913 704 886
- Mardelyn Tasic, mardelyn_tasic@yahoo.com Charge Nurse 4S unit, DCH Regional Medical Center, Tuscaloosa Al ,+205 799 3136
- Leticia Ramirez,Charge Nurse S5 unit,Renown Regional Medical Center,Reno NV +775 399 8404
- Melvin Arquillo RN arquillomelvin@gmail.com Philippines
Timeline
Medical Surgical Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
08.2021 - 10.2022
Pediatric Cardiology High Dependency
The Royal Hospital
01.2015 - 06.2021
Pediatric Nephrology Nurse
Tripoli Medical Center
02.2013 - 08.2014
Community Health Nurse
RNheals -Department Of Health
06.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Medical Colleges Of Northern Philippines