Kathryn Patchen
Bradenton
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience at multiple hospitals, excelling in emergency care and triage assessment. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective clinical judgment and patient education. Committed to infection control and fostering collaboration within interdisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery.
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage 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 patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse
North Providence Urgent Care
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Administered patient assessments and triaged cases to ensure timely care delivery.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients on health management and preventative care strategies to enhance wellness outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated communication between patients and physicians to improve care coordination and follow-up services.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Dosher Memorial Hospital, Southport, North Carolina
11.2014 - 07.2022
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered emergency care to patients, ensuring timely and effective treatment in high-pressure situations.
Clinical Nurse Instructor
Brunswick Community College
09.2015 - 04.2018
- Developed and delivered engaging nursing curriculum aligned with accreditation standards.
- Facilitated hands-on clinical training programs to enhance student competencies in patient care.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with faculty to refine instructional strategies and improve course effectiveness.
- Mentored nursing students, fostering professional growth and confidence in clinical skills.
- Enhanced student performance through hands-on instruction and real-world clinical simulations.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Western Connecticut Health Network
01.1998 - 10.2014
- Administered emergency care to patients, ensuring timely and effective treatment in high-pressure situations.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient flow and improve operational efficiency.
- Assessed patient conditions, identifying critical changes and initiating appropriate interventions rapidly.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing their clinical skills and improving overall team performance.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Operation Room Nurse
Western Connecticut Health Network- Danbury Hospital
01.1998 - 10.2014
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Rochelle High School
New RochelleAssociate of Applied Science -
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NYBachelor of Science -
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CTSkills
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Clinical judgment
- Family education
- Emergency care
- Triage assessment
Accomplishments
Advance Cardiac Life Support Provider
Trauma Nursing Care
Pediatric Life Support
CPR
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Licensed Nursing
- CPR
- TNCC
Timeline
Nurse
North Providence Urgent Care
01.2023 - 11.2025
Clinical Nurse Instructor
Brunswick Community College
09.2015 - 04.2018
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Dosher Memorial Hospital, Southport, North Carolina
11.2014 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Western Connecticut Health Network
01.1998 - 10.2014
Operation Room Nurse
Western Connecticut Health Network- Danbury Hospital
01.1998 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
New Rochelle High School
Associate of Applied Science -
Mercy College
Bachelor of Science -
University of Bridgeport