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Kathleen Osborne

Hendersonville,TN

Summary

My goal is to enter the healthcare field, make a positive impact on people's lives, and gain clinical experience while continuing my education. I have experience providing patient care in a hospital setting, and I am skilled in delivering quality medical care with the help of a registered nurse. My responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting nurses with patient care, and ensuring that patients have a positive healthcare experience and achieve optimal health outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care TECHNICIAN

Tristar Summit Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

NURSING

South College
04.2022 - 12.2023
  • I am currently enrolled in the Associates of Health Science in Pre-Nursing program at South College, Nashville
  • This program focuses heavily on preparing to become a healthcare professional through courses in anatomy, biology, chemistry, and more
  • This program lays the foundations for me to continue towards obtaining my BSN & RN licensure in 2024.

Manager & Pharmacy TECHNICIAN

Walgreens Pharmacy
02.2018 - 11.2021
  • The position requires the ability to multitask efficiently, engage with clients, and provide excellent customer service, while quickly and accurately solving problems, managing till, and ensuring the store is clean, stocked, and accessible for all
  • The Pharmacy Technician aspect of the position requires great attention to detail, knowledge of products, and the ability to work in a high-stress environment without issue.

Customer Service REPRESENTATIVE

Asurion
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Assisting clients both in person and virtually with a variety of issues regarding IT and technological-related topics
  • Positions require great attention to detail, the ability to learn and keep up with a variety of products, the ability to remain calm in stressful situations, and to be innovative when problem-solving with customers.

Education

Associate in Pre-Nursing Candidate -

South College, Nashville
12.2023

School G.E.D -

Young Women's Christian Association, Nashville
03.2022

Skills

  • Creativity
  • Leadership
  • American Red Cross Basic Life Support
  • Service-oriented
  • Communication
  • Strategic thinking
  • Bathing and Dressing
  • Patient Rounds
  • Specimen Transportation Walking or sending urine to the lab
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Patient Positioning Understanding
  • Intake and Output Urine, BMs, or Meals
  • Patient Care and Monitoring
  • Equipment Disinfection Things like bleach wipes for C-DIFF and MRSA
  • Patient Transporting
  • Vitals Documentation
  • Nursing Staff Support
  • Taking Vital Signs
  • Nursing Standards
  • Medical Terminology

Certification

American Red Cross. BLS, X2BPKG

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Patient Care TECHNICIAN

Tristar Summit Medical Center
07.2023 - Current

NURSING

South College
04.2022 - 12.2023

Manager & Pharmacy TECHNICIAN

Walgreens Pharmacy
02.2018 - 11.2021

Customer Service REPRESENTATIVE

Asurion
02.2017 - 01.2018

Associate in Pre-Nursing Candidate -

South College, Nashville

School G.E.D -

Young Women's Christian Association, Nashville

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