Kathryn Hershkowitz
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience at Broward Health Coral Springs, excelling in staff training and patient care management. Proven ability to implement quality assurance measures, enhancing patient safety. Adept at critical thinking and performance evaluation, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager
Broward Health Coral Springs
Coral Springs, FL
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted in training new staff on protocols and best practices.
- Managed daily staffing schedules to maintain optimal nurse coverage.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance patient safety standards.
- Collaborated with physicians, administrators, and other healthcare personnel to provide comprehensive patient care services.
- Reviewed medical charts for accuracy and completeness according to established standards.
- Provided leadership and direction to nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care.
Registered Nurse - ICU
Broward Health Coral Springs
Coral Springs, FL
07.2018 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical situations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Special Care Unit
Broward Health North
Deerfield Beach, FL
10.2014 - 07.2018
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Teacher
School District Of Hillsborough County
Brandon, FL
08.2006 - 05.2013
Teacher
School Board Of Broward County
Sunrise, FL
08.2004 - 06.2006
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL08-2014
Master of Education - Elementary Education
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2004
Skills
- Staff training
- Patient care management
- Quality assurance
- Critical thinking
- Performance evaluation
- Clinical assessment
Certification
- CCRN certification
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager
Broward Health Coral Springs
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - ICU
Broward Health Coral Springs
07.2018 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Special Care Unit
Broward Health North
10.2014 - 07.2018
Teacher
School District Of Hillsborough County
08.2006 - 05.2013
Teacher
School Board Of Broward County
08.2004 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University
Master of Education - Elementary Education
University of Florida