Kathleen Yesnick Adams
Rancho Palos Verdes,CA
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
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Step Down ICU
Providence Torrance Medical Center
Torrance
09.2011 - Current
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with members of the health care team, the patient, and family.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for ICU patients.
- Achieved best possible outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAPS, patient satisfaction and associate satisfaction.
- Participated in clinical rounds with physicians, offering insights from nursing perspective to inform patient care decisions.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients' families, helping them navigate complex medical information.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, identifying changes and coordinating appropriate responses.
- Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
- Assisted in the performance of diagnostic tests and interpreted results to guide nursing care.
- Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Great Falls
Great Falls, MT12-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles Harbor College
Wilmington, CA12-2009
Skills
- Patient Management
- Critical Care
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Hospice Care
- Emotional Intelligence
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Health care consultation
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award
- Guardian Angel Award
- Palliative Champion for Unit
Certification
- ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS Basic Life Support
- NIHSS National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale
- EKG Advanced Electrocardiogram Certification
Affiliations
In my free time, I love exploring nature with my husband, son, and three lively Labradors. I am currently fascinated by gene mutations and their impact on health. Additionally, I am embracing the challenge of learning yoga and meditation.
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Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeInternshipLocation Preference
HybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureTimeline
Registered Nurse Step Down ICU
Providence Torrance Medical Center
09.2011 - Current
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Hawaii Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Great Falls
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles Harbor College
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