Kathryn Watkins
Princeton,TX
Summary
Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Charge Nurse
Wellpath
02.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans
- Monitored and documented patient vital signs and health status regularly
- Educated patients on disease management and wellness strategies
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on clinical procedures and best practices
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
LVN Charge Nurse
Dallas Medical Center
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with patient care protocols and safety standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Conducted detailed assessments and developed individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes through effective communication.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee appropriate coverage and flow.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 6 to 8 patients per day in 42-bed unit.
LVN
Wellpath
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Collin College
McKinney, TX05-2025
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Collin College
McKinney, TX08-2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Wound care
- Care planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- Complex Problem-solving
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Charge Nurse
Wellpath
02.2025 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Dallas Medical Center
03.2024 - 02.2025
LVN
Wellpath
09.2022 - 03.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Collin College
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Collin College