Kathy Baker RN
Winnie,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (R.N.) 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
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Weekend Supervisor
Arboretum of Winnie
10.2021 - Current
- Supervise and assist nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Monitor patient condition changes, providing timely interventions and support. Reporting any incidents or change of condition to DON and Administrator in a time sensitive manner.
- Report any staff issues or incidents to DON and Administrator as indicated.
PRN Charge Nurse
Arboretum Of Winnie
10.2021 - Current
- Provide direct care, administer medications and follow all orders as written by provider.
- Assess, implement and reassess residents as orderd and if change of condition arises.
- Notify DON, Adminitartor and provider of all incisents and change of condition in a time senstive manner.
- I work with staff coordinator to fill open shifts for other staff to use PTO or when other conditions arise. I practice flexibility in this area to assist with staffing needs.
Assistant Director of Nursing/ Case Manager
Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Assistant Director Of Nursing in a 40 bed skilled rehabilitation unit. I worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Case Management for managed clients . Met daily with MDS, business office and therapy department to review residents on managed care stays to follow plan of care and encourage maximum outcomes for resident and faci;ity.
- Collaborated with team in weekly Utilization Review meeting to review caseloads and obtain documentation necesssary for continues skilled stay.
- Collaborated with the nursing team, therapy department, and other ancillary departments to ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and improve resident care quality.
- I was forefront during the 2019 COVID 19 pandemic, facing frequent evolving protocols and staffing challeges. I believe this experince highlighted the need for being prepared and flexible to ensure resident care remained optimal.
Admissions Nurse
Onpointe Health Care
01.2009 - 08.2019
- Worked as a liaison between a skilled nursing facility and hospitals, LTAC's and other sources for placement for skilled nursing and long term care. Reviewed documents, verified insurance coverage and verified admissions orders with providers for a 360 bed facility. Assisted the interdisciplinary staff to help provide an effective and viable admission.
Nurse Manager, 09/2000 to 5/2008
Crestview Personal Care
09.2000 - 05.2008
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions in a 30-bed facility, providing guidance and leadership to over 10 employees.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Completed pre-placement and annual TB screenings for staff and residents.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY03.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Scarlet Oaks Career Development
Cincinnati, OH02.1989
Skills
- Passionate about providing excellent care
- Highly Dependable
- Flexible with schedules and assignments
- Effective communication skills
Additional Information
Served as a non commissioned officer in the United States Army as a Licensed Practical Nurse (91 C) from 1996-1999.
Timeline
RN Weekend Supervisor
Arboretum of Winnie
10.2021 - Current
PRN Charge Nurse
Arboretum Of Winnie
10.2021 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing/ Case Manager
Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites
08.2019 - 08.2021
Admissions Nurse
Onpointe Health Care
01.2009 - 08.2019
Nurse Manager, 09/2000 to 5/2008
Crestview Personal Care
09.2000 - 05.2008
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Scarlet Oaks Career Development
Associate of Science - Nursing
Excelsior College