Kathryn Howard
Lexington,KY
Summary
Hardworking registered nurse with three years of wound care experience. An organized and dependable nurse who can multitask. Ready to learn more about wound, ostomy, and continence nursing and provide more service to patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Comprehensive Vascular Clinic
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
02.2021 - Current
- Assess and treat wounds such as pressure injuries, vascular/venous-related wounds, diabetic ulcers, non-healing surgical wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
- Educate patients and their families on proper wound care.
- Case management for providers to ensure that patients have the resources they need like wound care supplies, home health, DME equipment, and negative pressure wound therapy.
- Participate in interprofessional collaboration with infectious disease, home health, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and vascular and plastic surgery.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Collaborated and communicated with interdisciplinary teams for best patient care.
- Performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, using proper technique and infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients.
- Monitored telemetry monitors.
Caregiver
All About Home Assisted Living
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, while promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with meal preparation, cleaning, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for residents.
- Provide companionship and a positive environment for residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY08.2022
Associate of Science - ADN
Elizabethtown Community And Technical College
Elizabethtown12.2019
High School Diploma -
Meade County High School
Brandenburg, KY05.2017
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Teamwork
- Hardworking
- Compassionate
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Comprehensive Vascular Clinic
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
02.2020 - 02.2021
Caregiver
All About Home Assisted Living
06.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kentucky
Associate of Science - ADN
Elizabethtown Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Meade County High School
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