Kathryn Crompton
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Ambitious Board Certified Registered Nurse specializing in ICU, telemetry, medical-surgical , behavioral health care and substance abuse. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures and manage complex mental disorders. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Travel Nurse
Flex Care Medical Staffing
Roseville, California
02.2017 - Current
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
Hospice Staff Nurse
Mission Health
Asheville, North Carolina
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to ensure that emotional and mental, as well as physical needs were met.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Asheville Specialty LTACH
Asheville, NC
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
ICU Staff Nurse
Mission Health
Asheville, North Carolina
09.2013 - 02.2017
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to ICU patients.
- Transported patients to and from different departments.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Facilitated on-going assessment of patient and family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan.
Substance Abuse/Behavioral Health Professional
Julian F. Keith Alcohol/Drug Treatment Center
Black Mountain, NC
09.2013 - 12.2014
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
CNA
Mission Health
Asheville, NC
03.2000 - 09.2013
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
Education
Associate of Science - Associate Degree in Nursing
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC06.2013
Skills
- Medication administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Insulin medication assistance
- Patient and family advocacy
- Chronic disease management
Timeline
Hospice Staff Nurse
Mission Health
09.2018 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Asheville Specialty LTACH
09.2018 - 02.2019
ICU Travel Nurse
Flex Care Medical Staffing
02.2017 - Current
ICU Staff Nurse
Mission Health
09.2013 - 02.2017
Substance Abuse/Behavioral Health Professional
Julian F. Keith Alcohol/Drug Treatment Center
09.2013 - 12.2014
CNA
Mission Health
03.2000 - 09.2013
Associate of Science - Associate Degree in Nursing
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
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