Kathleen Jethro
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
- Detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record in training and mentoring staff. Successfully supervised up to 15 Care Navigators. Strong background in patient care management and interdisciplinary collaboration, dedicated to improving healthcare delivery and ensuring patient safety.
- Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
License Practical Nurse
Healthsnap
Miami, FL
03.2023 - 01.2026
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and lifestyle adjustments.
- Conducted routine vital sign assessments to track patient health status effectively.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Trained new staff on nursing procedures and best practices to enhance team performance.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sentara Home Health
Chesapeake, VA
04.2019 - 03.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication usage.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bom Secour Mary View Long-term/Acute Facility
Suffolk, VA
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient progress and response to treatment.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
License - Practical Nursing
Virginia Beach School of Practical Nursing
Virginia Beach, VA04-2017
Associate of Science - Human Service Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ06-2013
Skills
- Medical records security
- Patient support
- Patient education
- Attention to detail
- Patient charting
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Training and mentored multiple Care Navigators
- Supervised 13-15 Care Navigators
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Collaborated with the Healthsnap organization in the start-up of multiple health care practices
Timeline
License Practical Nurse
Healthsnap
03.2023 - 01.2026
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sentara Home Health
04.2019 - 03.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bom Secour Mary View Long-term/Acute Facility
09.2017 - 04.2019
License - Practical Nursing
Virginia Beach School of Practical Nursing
Associate of Science - Human Service Management
University of Phoenix