Kathryn Marsh, RN.1647746
Black Forest,CO 720-933-0003
Summary
Dedicated and conscientious Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, assessment and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with peers, patients and families through clear communication, respectful team oriented attitude, excellent customer service skills with the goal of delivering high quality care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric RN, STAFF PSYCHIATRIC NURSE
Colorado Mental Health Institute Ft Logan
12.2020 - Current
- Managed floor staff as charge nurse
- Milieu management and care for patients in up to 24 bed units, delegating tasks and supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, manage and modify individualized plans of care
- Organized and managed pre and post procedure care and documentation for patients undergoing ECT procedures
- Managed care and performed focused assessments of patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, facilitating wound care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, medications and treatment
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention
PSYCHIATRIC NURSE
Colorado Mental Health Institute Pueblo
01.2018 - 11.2020
- Managed team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff as charge nurse
- Milieu management and care for patients in up to 36 bed units, delegating tasks and supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
- Organized and managed pre and post procedure care and documentation for patients undergoing ECT procedures
- Managed care and performed focused assessments of patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and CTI and VDI classes
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of psychiatric patients in challenging admissions unit environment
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
GRADUATE NURSE
Metamorphosis Pain Management
04.2016 - 01.2017
- Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, weights and heights
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan
- Completed sterile field and instrument set up and assisted provider with ultrasound guided joint and stem cell injections
- Administered urine drug screen testing
- Recorded details regarding all therapies, including calculating morphine milligram equivalents (MME) and pain assessments
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Otero Junior College
La Junta, CO11.2015
Skills
- De-escalation Techniques
- Nursing Unit/Care Team Collaboration
- Emergency Medical Administration
- Accurate Assessment and Documentation
- Discharge Plan Development
- Addiction Treatment
- Active Listening
- Therapeutic Intervention
- Care Plan Creation and Evaluation
- Suicide Prevention
Certification
ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 4/29/24 renew by 4/2026
BLS for Healthcare Providers 4/29/24, renew by 4/2026
IV Therapy and Fluid Management Certification 9/24, renew by 9/26
CPI Blue Card 7/23, renew by 7/24
Timeline
Psychiatric RN, STAFF PSYCHIATRIC NURSE
Colorado Mental Health Institute Ft Logan
12.2020 - Current
PSYCHIATRIC NURSE
Colorado Mental Health Institute Pueblo
01.2018 - 11.2020
GRADUATE NURSE
Metamorphosis Pain Management
04.2016 - 01.2017
Associate of Arts -
Otero Junior College
ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 4/29/24 renew by 4/2026
BLS for Healthcare Providers 4/29/24, renew by 4/2026
IV Therapy and Fluid Management Certification 9/24, renew by 9/26
CPI Blue Card 7/23, renew by 7/24
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