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Kathryn Gilliam

Altus,OK

Summary

Detailed Operating Room Registered Nurse with 13-year background providing proper care to patients. Motivated and calm professional devoted to thoroughly monitoring patients' physical and emotional wellbeing throughout care continuum. Deeply familiar with standard sterilization protocols and patient-need analysis.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Jackson County Memorial Hospital
04.2017 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions and support patient rights.
  • Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
  • Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing various surgical procedures.

LPN Office Nurse

Jackson County Memorial Women’s Health Associates
02.2014 - 04.2017


  • Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
  • Educated patients in regards to office policies, medical procedure steps, recovery measures and medication instructions.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
  • Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
  • Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.

Home Health Nurse

Jackson County Memorial Hospital
02.2011 - 03.2014
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients in their homes, including wound care, medication management and administration, patient education and monitoring of vital signs.
  • Assessed patient conditions by reviewing medical histories, conducting physical examinations and ordering laboratory tests.
  • Developed individualized plans of care for patients based on assessments and established goals.
  • Instructed families and caregivers on proper homecare techniques such as dressing wounds, administering medications, providing nutrition and hydration therapy.
  • Monitored changes in patient health status and reported to physician or other healthcare professionals as necessary.
  • Utilized specialized medical equipment such as infusion pumps or ventilators in the home setting.
  • Educated family and caregivers about disease processes, treatments options and symptom management strategies.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Western Oklahoma State College
Altus, OK
05-2017

Certificate of Completion - Practical Nursing

Southwestern Technology Center
Altus, OK
02-2011

Skills

  • Case Review
  • IV Administration
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Patient Positioning
  • Infection Control
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Certification

BLS, PALS, ACLS

Timeline

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Jackson County Memorial Hospital
04.2017 - Current

LPN Office Nurse

Jackson County Memorial Women’s Health Associates
02.2014 - 04.2017

Home Health Nurse

Jackson County Memorial Hospital
02.2011 - 03.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Western Oklahoma State College

Certificate of Completion - Practical Nursing

Southwestern Technology Center

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