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Kathryn Sweet

Lakeland,Florida

Summary

Motivated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner student at the University of South Florida, expected to graduate August 9th, 2025 with multiple years of experience as a registered nurse. Skilled in performing comprehensive assessments, managing acute and chronic conditions, and providing patient education. Completed advanced clinical rotations in primary care and specialty practice, gaining hands-on experience in delivering holistic, evidence-based care. Eager to transition into a nurse practitioner role and contribute to improving patient outcomes in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

REGISTERED NURSE OPERATING ROOM CIRCULATOR

Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
Lakeland, Florida
03.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated and oversaw all nursing care during surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and maintaining sterile technique.
  • Collaborated with the surgical team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs, to ensure efficient workflow and optimal patient outcomes.
  • Conducted preoperative assessments and prepared the operating room with necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout the perioperative experience.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, sterilization standards, and Joint Commission regulations.
  • Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of perioperative care, including medications, interventions, and equipment use.
  • Served as a preceptor for new OR staff, providing hands-on training and mentorship.

TRAVEL REGISTERED NURSE, MED-SURG/TELE

Swedish Medical Center-First Hill
Seattle, WA
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided high-quality direct patient care to acutely ill patients in diverse healthcare settings, quickly adapting to new environments and protocols.
  • Assessed, monitored, and managed patients' vital signs, medications, and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
  • Used competent clinical practice, critical thinking skills, and evidence-based practices to efficiently deliver patient care.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient-centered care and ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, families, and colleagues in diverse cultural settings.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and preventative care, ensuring understanding and adherence.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism and ethical standards, adhering to nursing codes of conduct and patient confidentiality requirements.

REGISTERED NURSE, MED-SURG/TELE

Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, FL
08.2020 - 10.2021
  • Delivered comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population, including post-surgical, telemetry, and end-of-life care patients on a complex medicine floor at a Level 1 Trauma Center.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions.
  • Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
  • Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
  • Educated patients and family members about treatments, care requirements, and other relevant information.
  • Assumed leadership role when supervising staff nurses or students in clinical rotations.

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING - FAMILY NURSE PRACTIONER CANDIDATE

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
08.2025

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
08.2020

Skills

  • Compassion and empathy
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient management
  • Team coordination
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Patient assessment
  • Electronic health records management

Certification

  • Registered Nurse
  • ACLS
  • BLS

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

  • Clinical Rotation-Student Nurse Practitioner: Aug 2024-April 2025 360 hours at Florida Medical Clinic Family Medicine, Dade City, FL
  • Clinical Rotation-Student Nurse Practitioner: June 2024-Aug 2024 180 hours at St Joseph's Children's Hospital Hem/Onc Clinic, Tampa, FL
  • Clinical Rotation-Student Nurse Practitioner: May 2025-June 2025 90hrs with Florida Kidney Physicians, Tampa, FL
  • Clinical Rotation-Student Nurse Practitoner: June 2025-July 2025 90hrs with TGH HIV Outpatient Clinic, Tampa, FL

Timeline

REGISTERED NURSE OPERATING ROOM CIRCULATOR

Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
03.2022 - Current

TRAVEL REGISTERED NURSE, MED-SURG/TELE

Swedish Medical Center-First Hill
10.2021 - 01.2022

REGISTERED NURSE, MED-SURG/TELE

Tampa General Hospital
08.2020 - 10.2021

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING - FAMILY NURSE PRACTIONER CANDIDATE

University of South Florida

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -

University of South Florida

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