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Kathy Whaley

Kathy Whaley

Surprise,AZ

Summary

Skilled and caring LPN offering outstanding patient care and experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Emergency Room Acute Care LPN

Banner Healthcare
07.2022 - Current
  • Ultrasound IV Insertion certified to assist with medically challenging patients and provide better patient satisfaction with less needle insertions
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Optimized outcomes in critical care situations through advanced basic life-saving techniques.
  • Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from illnesses of concern.
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
  • Coached and mentored junior staff to uplift department capabilities.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • With RN ,educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.

LVN Charge Nurse

Windsor Gardens Of Anaheim
09.2019 - 01.2022
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Urgent Care LVN

St. Joseph Heritage Healthcare
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising [Job Title].
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.

TCU Charge Nurse

Genesis Fountain Care Center
05.2018 - 09.2019
  • Administer prescribed medications or start intravenous uids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts
  • Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action
  • Provide basic patient care or treatments, such as taking temperatures or blood pressures, dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas or douches, rubbing with alcohol, massaging, or performing catheterizations
  • Sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave
  • Answer patients' calls and determine how to assist them
  • Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration
  • Work as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions
  • Collect samples, such as blood, urine, or sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples
  • Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures
  • Assemble and use equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers
  • Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary
  • Record food and uid intake and output
  • Help patients with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, moving in bed, or standing and walking
  • Apply compresses, ice bags, or hot water bottles
  • Inventory and requisition supplies and instruments
  • Clean rooms and make beds
  • Supervise nurses' aides or assistants
  • Make appointments, keep records, or perform other clerical duties in doctors'
  • Ces or clinics
  • Provide medical treatment or personal care to patients in private home settings, such as cooking, keeping rooms orderly, seeing that patients are comfortable and in good spirits, or instructing family members in simple nursing tasks
  • Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

CAREGIVER, St. Josephs Nurse Next Door
11.2016 - 05.2018
  • Administer bedside or personal care, such as ambulation or personal hygiene assistance
  • Prepare and maintain records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor
  • Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands
  • Care for individuals or families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption, or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help in adjusting to new lifestyles
  • Perform healthcare-related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under the direction of registered nurses or physiotherapists
  • Plan, shop for, or prepare nutritious meals or assist families in planning, shopping for, or preparing nutritious meals
  • Transport clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians'
  • Ces or on outings, using a motor vehicle
  • Instruct or advise clients on issues such as household cleanliness, utilities, hygiene, nutrition, or infant care
  • Participate in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and plan for continuing services
  • Train family members to provide bedside care.

Military Police K9 Handler

United States Air Force
07.2008 - 09.2014
  • Supervised 24-hour police operation investigating civil disturbances on base.
  • Supported judge advocate general with investigations for trial involving military members facing courts martial and other disciplinary actions.
  • Provided flight line security patrols to protect against incursion from unauthorized personnel and maintain security of highly valuable aircraft with classified components and design elements.
  • Searched vehicles, buildings and homes for evidence of stolen property.
  • Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
  • Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
  • Created and implemented security protocols and procedures to safeguard personnel and property.
  • Guided and coordinated unit's force protection programs to meet fleet requirements.
  • Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic and responded to emergencies on base.
  • Maintained security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials.
  • Developed and maintained cooperative relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to support communication.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $[Amount].
  • Utilized surveillance equipment to monitor security of personnel and property.
  • Investigated security issues involving domestic violence, assault, and theft occurring on base among active military members.
  • Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
  • Gathered evidence, processed crime scenes, and questioned witnesses and suspects.
  • Documented and organized security information accurately and efficiently.
  • Monitored animal health, attention and behavior during training sessions.
  • Provided support and guidance to new canine owners, offering feedback on training and discipline methods.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to successfully train animals.
  • Developed and implemented successful strategies for teaching and reinforcing basic obedience commands.
  • Delivered timely and professional customer service to clients, helping boost potential job opportunities.
  • Monitored and managed multiple canines in both large and small spaces.
  • Coordinated with veterinarians for proper care and health evaluations of canines.
  • Established and maintained safe and clean working environment for animals.
  • Instructed and supervised volunteers and staff on proper animal handling procedures.
  • Administered flea and heartworm treatments and bathed animals to maintain health.
  • Kept animals stimulated with variety of enrichment activities.
  • Collaborated with veterinarians, animal caretakers and other animal experts on how best to train animals.

Education

Vocational - Nursing

STANBRIDGE UNIVERSITY
Irvine, CA
10.2017

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration

PURDUE GLOBAL UNIVERSITY
05.2017

Associate of Arts - Social And Behavior Sciences

Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA
12.2015

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
02.2012

Master of Science - Nursing

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
08.2025

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Ultrasound IV Insertion
  • IV Insertion
  • Medication Administration (PO, IM, IV, SubQ)
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Software
  • HIPAA Protocols
  • Wound Care
  • Assisting Physicians

Certification

CPR/BLS

IV Insertion/ Blood Withdrawal

Ultrasound Guided IV Insertion


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Vietnamese
Limited Working

Timeline

Emergency Room Acute Care LPN

Banner Healthcare
07.2022 - Current

Urgent Care LVN

St. Joseph Heritage Healthcare
02.2020 - 02.2021

LVN Charge Nurse

Windsor Gardens Of Anaheim
09.2019 - 01.2022

TCU Charge Nurse

Genesis Fountain Care Center
05.2018 - 09.2019

CAREGIVER, St. Josephs Nurse Next Door
11.2016 - 05.2018

Military Police K9 Handler

United States Air Force
07.2008 - 09.2014

Vocational - Nursing

STANBRIDGE UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration

PURDUE GLOBAL UNIVERSITY

Associate of Arts - Social And Behavior Sciences

Coastline Community College

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force

Master of Science - Nursing

Arizona State University

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