Kathrine Cruise
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than 41 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for admission well newborns and level 2 NICU 32 was and up. History of Ante/PP/Gyn patient care. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Nursery/NICU Supervisor
White Rock Medical Center
08.2016 - 08.2023
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, safety protocols and annual skills review..
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, Patient Care Techs, students and ancillary staff.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Managed care from admission to discharge for well newborns and level 2 NICU 32 week and up infant.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment, infant care, feedings and breastfeeding support
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Charge/supervisor duties of daily staffing, finalizing schedules and ordering supplies
RN PRN
Doctors Hospital (White Rock Medical Center)
08.1999 - 08.2016
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Cared for antepartum, postpartum, gynecology patient, well baby and level 2 babies from admission to discharge
School Nurse
Mesquite ISD
08.1999 - 08.2016
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Performed health screening for students by conducting hearing, vision, AN, and spinal evaluations.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Co-chair of Education Committee to plan and develop School Nurse Staff Development days
- BLS instructor
- Preceptor for new school nurses
RN Staff Nurse/Shift Manager
Doctors Hospital
01.1986 - 08.1999
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients, including well babies, nicu level 2 babies, antepartum, postpartum and gynecology.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
- Shift Manager duties of daily staffing, finalizing schedules, payroll, ordering of unit supplies and monitoring monthly, quarterly and yearly Quality Assurance reviews.
- taught Sibling Classes
RN Staff Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
06.1982 - 12.1986
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units for gynecological, antepartum, postpartum, well baby, admission nursery and grower feeder nursery
- charge duties and ordered supplies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baylor University
Waco/Dallas TX05.1982
Skills
- Patient Care
- Clinical Management
- Postpartum Care
- Patient Discharging
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- Nursing Staff Management
- Staff Supervision
- Physician Collaboration
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
- Schedule Coordination
- Scheduling and Planning
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Hearing Screenings
- Breastfeeding Education
- Protocols and Procedures
- Removing Sutures
- Neonatal ICU Procedures level 2 32 weeks and up
- Oxygen Saturation Standards/ Bubble CPAP
- Cesarean Section Preparation
- Medication Administration
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Administering Immunizations
- Individualized Care
- Family Education
- Care Plan Development
- Intakes and Discharges
- Patient Care Planning
- Intravenous Therapy
Certification
BLS
NRP
Timeline
RN Nursery/NICU Supervisor
White Rock Medical Center
08.2016 - 08.2023
RN PRN
Doctors Hospital (White Rock Medical Center)
08.1999 - 08.2016
School Nurse
Mesquite ISD
08.1999 - 08.2016
RN Staff Nurse/Shift Manager
Doctors Hospital
01.1986 - 08.1999
RN Staff Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
06.1982 - 12.1986
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baylor University
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