Kathryn Caballero

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Care Nurse

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

08.2023 - Current

Promoted infection control measures throughout the facility by adhering to strict protocols for hand hygiene and personal protective equipment usage.
Administered medications safely and accurately, ensuring proper dosages based on each patient''s specific needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in a fast-paced acute care setting.
Cultivated strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate seamless coordination of services for patients.
Responded rapidly to emergency situations, providing life-saving interventions during critical moments of patient care.
Delivered culturally competent care that respected the unique needs of diverse patient populations in an acute care setting.
Conducted thorough assessments during admission processes to develop accurate diagnoses and inform targeted treatment planning efforts for optimal outcomes.
Improved patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of empathetic, high-quality care and timely communication.

Outpatient Clinic Nurse

Goldbelt Glacier Health Services

11.2022 - 05.2023

Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
Maintained detailed documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, providing expert clinical support as needed.
Administered medications accurately, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and industry trends.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

California State University - Stanislaus, Turlock, CA

05.2021

3.7 GPA
Sigma Theta Tau (Honor Society for Nurses) Member
magna cum laude graduate

Skills

Medication Administration
Clinical Documentation
Compassionate Care
Patient Education

Professional Bedside Manner
Pediatric Care
Geriatric Care

Timeline

Direct Care Nurse - Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

08.2023 - Current

Outpatient Clinic Nurse - Goldbelt Glacier Health Services

11.2022 - 05.2023

California State University - Stanislaus - Bachelor of Science, Nursing