Kathryn Howard-Pearson
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn, excelling in patient care planning and compassionate service. Expert in medication administration and adept at fostering patient education, I significantly enhanced patient outcomes. Skilled in infection control, my dedication to empathy and clinical judgment stands out, contributing to high-quality healthcare delivery.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered-nurse
NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn
10.2016 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
South Beach Psychiatric Center
11.2015 - 10.2016
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, providing guidance in the application of evidence-based practices in the psychiatric setting.
Long Term Care Registered Nurse
Carmel Richmond Nursing Home
12.2006 - 11.2015
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections in the long-term care setting.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families by exhibiting empathy, active listening skills, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Provided skilled nursing assessments and interventions for complex medical conditions, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, contributing to improved quality of care and regulatory compliance.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to long-term residents.
- Performed tracheostomy care for patients ensuring proper maintenance and function of tracheostomy tubes reducing complications.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing therapeutic activities and encouraging social interactions among residents.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld College Of Nursing
24 E 120th St, New York, NY 1003505-2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Care Plan Development
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Telemetry monitoring
Certification
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (CMSRN) - Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board.
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification (CWOCN) - Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board.
Timeline
Registered-nurse
NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn
10.2016 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
South Beach Psychiatric Center
11.2015 - 10.2016
Long Term Care Registered Nurse
Carmel Richmond Nursing Home
12.2006 - 11.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld College Of Nursing
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