Kathleen Mayer, RN
Jupiter,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse specializing in peri-operative care, skilled in accessing patient health histories and status, preparing patients for outpatient surgery, IV therapy, drawing blood samples and monitoring vital signs before, during and after treatments. Expertise in collaborating with surgical teams, educating patients on procedures, post-op care, and accurately documenting care plans. Strong ability to coordinate multidisciplinary care, administer medications, and uphold infection control standards, HIPAA, and ensuring optimal patient management throughout the surgical process.
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pre-op charge Nurse
Northpoint Surgery & Laser Center
West Palm Beach, Florida
05.1997 - 08.2024
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Assisted surgeons and anesthesia staff with perioperative patient care.
- Coordinated care with physicians, anesthesia teams, and recovery staff.
- Prepared patients for outpatient surgery at Northpoint Surgery & Laser Center.
- Educated patients on procedures, recovery steps, and discharge instructions.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient responses closely.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Prepared IV supplies, medications, and sterile equipment for infusion procedures.
- Inserted peripheral IV lines following clinic protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patient reactions during infusions and reported changes to provider.
- Documented IV therapy details in electronic health records and treatment charts.
- Assessed patient veins and collected health histories before IV therapy.
Registered Nurse PCU
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
05.1992 - 04.1997
- Administered medications and IV therapies using hospital protocols.
- Assessed patient status and updated care plans with clinical team.
- Monitored telemetry rhythms in progressive care at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center.
- Coordinated admissions, transfers, and discharges in progressive care unit.
- Educated patients and families on recovery, medications, and self-care.
- Documented nursing assessments and interventions in electronic medical records.
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and support staff on patient care.
- Responded to urgent changes and initiated nursing interventions promptly.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL 09.1988 - 05.1991
Palm Beach Gardens High School
Palm Beach Gardens, FLSkills
- Perioperative care
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Care planning
- Discharge education
- Clear communication
- Attention detail
- Clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
- Patient management
- Direct patient care
- Pre op assessment
- Post op recovery
- Epic charting
- Anesthesia support
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Florida. RN# 2520352
Accomplishments
- Preceptor Nurse for newly hired RN’s
- Promoted to Charge Nurse position
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pre-op charge Nurse
Northpoint Surgery & Laser Center
05.1997 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse PCU
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
05.1992 - 04.1997
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Palm Beach State College
09.1988 - 05.1991
Palm Beach Gardens High School