Kathleen Hundley-Schonasky
Warsaw,VA
Summary
Registered Nurse with strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills. Streamlined triage processes to enhance patient flow and served as a resource for colleagues, contributing to team efficiency. Committed to advancing organizational objectives through dedicated patient care and proactive intervention.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bon Secours Rappahannock General Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Administers emergency care to patients experiencing acute medical conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Demonstrates strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Streamlined triage processes to enhance patient flow and minimize wait times.
- Educates patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Served as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and leading the Emergency Department team as Charge Nurse.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Riverside Tappahannock Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2021
- Performed same duties as listed above for current position in the Emergency Room.
- Served as Charge Nurse, Triage Nurse, Preceptor, Educational Trainer.
- Served as EPIC Superuser
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department/ICU
Rappahannock General Hospital
Kilmarnock, Virginia
05.2011 - 01.2016
- Served as charge, triage, and staff nurse.
- Provided high-quality care to patients of all ages in a detailed and organized manner.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs to ensure health stability.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment.
Director of Nursing
Riverside Health System/The Orchard
Warsaw, VA
09.2009 - 05.2011
- Directed nursing staff to ensure compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Coordinated training programs to enhance nursing skills and knowledge across the department.
- Managed budgeting processes for nursing services, ensuring resource allocation met needs.
- Developed policies to improve patient safety and quality of care initiatives.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders to align nursing strategies with organizational goals.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Riverside Health System/TheOrchard
Warsaw, VA
04.2008 - 09.2009
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and services.
- Monitored patient care standards to uphold quality and safety measures.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Implemented policies and procedures to enhance nursing operations and compliance.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and best practices.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to support staff growth and development.
- Coordinated nursing staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and patient care.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Performed payroll functions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rappahannock Community College
WarsawBachelor of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTMaster of Science - Nursing Education
Rappahannock Community College
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Emergency response
- Trauma assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Collaborative care
- Complex problem-solving
- Patient education
- Professional bedside manner
- Team player
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bon Secours Rappahannock General Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Riverside Tappahannock Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department/ICU
Rappahannock General Hospital
05.2011 - 01.2016
Director of Nursing
Riverside Health System/The Orchard
09.2009 - 05.2011
Assistant Director of Nursing
Riverside Health System/TheOrchard
04.2008 - 09.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rappahannock Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Rappahannock Community College