Kathleen Thompson
Olathe,KS
Summary
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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care
Lenexa, KS
07.2017 - Current
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, emergency assessments, and phone triage.
- Educated patients on disease progression, symptom management (pharmacological and non-pharmacological), and end-of-life signs and symptoms, according to disease progression.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Conducted initial patient assessments and screenings to determine medical needs.
- Performed physical examinations on new and existing patients as per established protocols.
- Documented patient medical histories accurately and completely for review by the physician or other healthcare personnel.
- Provided education regarding diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options and home care instructions to patients and their families.
- Assessed patients' health condition and determined the level of care needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS05-2007
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Case Management
- Medical assessment
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Patient Monitoring
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Evaluation
- Home visits
- Patient and family advocacy
- Evaluations
- Physical assessments
- Treatment Planning
- Medication Administration
- Family and patient support
- Medication Distribution
- Nursing Plan Development
- Family Education
- Follow-up calls
- Care Planning
Affiliations
Volunteer recreational sideline cheer coach: 2021-present Coached elementary/middle school team at football games. Fostered a positive supportive team environment.
Church Volunteer at Christ Community Church Olathe: 2022-present assisted with VBS registration and youth events fostering community engagement.
Volunteer Advocate for Students with Disabilities: Olathe School district 2000-present: collaborate with educators and school administrators to promote inclusive practices for students with disabilities.
Hobbies: Gardening specializing in growing specialty cut flowers.
Accomplishments
Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care Employee of the quarter 2024
Timeline
RN
Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care
07.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Garden City Community College
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