Kathy Phillips
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Nursing professional with strong skills in patient assessment, care plan development, and medication administration. Proven track record of improving patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Nurse
Amergis
Sacramento, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments to identify care needs and develop treatment plans.
- Administered medications following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and support services.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Supported community health initiatives through outreach programs and education sessions.
- Organized and managed health care services in the district, including developing individual treatment plans for patients.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and develop treatment plans.
- Attended continuing education classes or conferences related to advancements in public health nursing techniques.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations governing nursing practice.
- Collaborated with local schools to promote healthy lifestyles among students through school-based wellness initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information using electronic health record systems.
- Developed educational materials related to health promotion and disease prevention topics.
- Performed physical assessments such as vital signs, height, weight measurements, head-to-toe assessments, and vision, hearing screenings.
- Educated staff members on best practices related to nursing protocols and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments directly to patients following physician prescriptions and instructions and standard nursing techniques.
- Revised patient care plans through regular assessment and evaluation of patient conditions and changes over time to improve prognosis in collaboration with clinic physicians.
- Attended staff meetings and required courses to maintain knowledge of current clinic procedures and latest medical advances relevant to everyday practice.
- Led seminars for public attendance to educate on prevention and identification of medical conditions prevalent within community.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
District Nurse
Natomas Unified School District
Sacramento, California
07.2010 - 06.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as per established protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Conducted patient assessments to monitor health status and needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and prevention strategies.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records accurately.
- Assisted in coordinating community health programs and outreach initiatives.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers effectively.
- Attended continuing education classes or conferences related to advancements in public health nursing techniques.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and develop treatment plans.
- Organized and managed health care services in the district, including developing individual treatment plans for patients.
- Performed physical assessments such as vital signs, height, weight measurements, head-to-toe assessments, and vision, hearing screenings.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the organization by monitoring clinical data trends and providing feedback to staff members regarding performance metrics.
- Developed educational materials related to health promotion and disease prevention topics.
- Conducted home visits to assess patient needs, provide immunizations, and educate on preventative healthcare measures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information using electronic health record systems.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations governing nursing practice.
- Collaborated with local schools to promote healthy lifestyles among students through school-based wellness initiatives.
- Identified potential public health threats by conducting surveillance activities within the district.
- Educated staff members on best practices related to nursing protocols and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments directly to patients following physician prescriptions and instructions and standard nursing techniques.
- Cooperated with health-related agencies and organizations in carrying out community activities.
- Revised patient care plans through regular assessment and evaluation of patient conditions and changes over time to improve prognosis in collaboration with clinic physicians.
- Attended staff meetings and required courses to maintain knowledge of current clinic procedures and latest medical advances relevant to everyday practice.
- Led seminars for public attendance to educate on prevention and identification of medical conditions prevalent within community.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
LVN
San Juan School District
Sacramento, California
08.2000 - 06.2010
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments; documented assessments in medical record system.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
LVN
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
Kalispell, Montana
09.1990 - 12.1999
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
- Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
- Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
- Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Assisted with patient transfer activities utilizing appropriate equipment and safety measures.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted with the administration of injections and IV fluids to patients.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments; documented assessments in medical record system.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
- Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
- Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from hospital or clinic.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Education
Ambrose University
Calgary, AB Canada04-1980
Associate of Applied Science - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Vancouver City College
Vancouver, BC Canada04-1974
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Public health education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Diabetes management
- Healthcare coordination
- Pediatric nursing
- Immunization administration
- Teamwork and cooperation
Certification
- Current RN License in California
- School Nurse Credential
- Current CPR
Custom
- In 2012 I started a school based health clinic at one of the school sites in Natomas. It is now a fully functioning medical clinic that works to help low income families in Natomas. From that the Natomas Unified School district continued to run the immunization part of the clinic which provides a large number of families with Vaccines for Children immunization each year. In 2022 I coordinated with Natomas Unified School District and a local Urgent Care to provide a free clinic two days a week for the Natomas Community.
Timeline
District Nurse
Amergis
08.2024 - Current
District Nurse
Natomas Unified School District
07.2010 - 06.2024
LVN
San Juan School District
08.2000 - 06.2010
LVN
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
09.1990 - 12.1999
Master of Science - Nursing
California State University Fullerton
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Education
Ambrose University
Associate of Applied Science - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Vancouver City College
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