Kathryn Pheister
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse in the Mother-Baby Unit with a proven track record at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, excelling in patient assessments, lactation care and discharge planning. Cross-trained to Level II NICU and also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and strong clinical judgment. Skilled in patient education and adept at managing high-stress situations, significantly improving triage efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mother-Baby Registered Nurse
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center - Portland
08.2006 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted early bonding experiences between mothers and infants by encouraging skin-to-skin contact immediately after delivery.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Coordinated discharge planning for mother-baby pairs, ensuring appropriate follow-up care and support upon leaving the hospital.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in maternal-child nursing to promote optimal health outcomes for both mother and baby.
- Provided emotional support to families experiencing high-risk pregnancies or neonatal issues, fostering a sense of trust and understanding.
- Educated new parents on proper infant care techniques, including breastfeeding, bathing, and swaddling.
- Facilitated effective communication between family members, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of obstetrics nursing.
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
Women's Healthcare Associates
10.1998 - 08.2006
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Managed high-stress situations calmly, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering necessary information for accurate decision-making.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Increased efficiency in triage call handling through effective communication and active listening skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA05-1991
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Family-centered care
- Newborn care
- Postpartum care
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Breastfeeding support
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Oregon State Board of Nursing.
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Certification
- National Certification Maternal/Newborn Nursing
Daisy Award 2023
Nominated for the prestigious Daisy Award for excellent and compassionate nursing care.
Timeline
Mother-Baby Registered Nurse
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center - Portland
08.2006 - Current
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
Women's Healthcare Associates
10.1998 - 08.2006
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Oregon State Board of Nursing.
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Certification
- National Certification Maternal/Newborn Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific Lutheran University
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