Kathy Wilson

• Delivered emergency nursing care across a broad spectrum of acute conditions. Responded to emergency calls, triaged patients, and performed life-saving interventions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

• Delivered emergency nursing care across a broad spectrum of acute conditions. Responded to emergency calls, triaged patients, and performed life-saving interventions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Provided the below care under the direct supervision of the following preceptors:

• Millennium Physician Group - Advanced Health Assessment 60 hrs / Adukt GERO 180 hrs - DeEtta Debault, APRN
• Lee Health LPG - Pediatrics 180 hrs – Rachel Wilk APRN
• Lee Health LPG - Womens Care 180 hrs– Liz Curtis & Taryn Gillis APRN
• Lee Health LPG - Primary Care 180 hrs – Dr. Benjamin Holland

• Conduct health histories, physical exams, and diagnostic assessments across adult, pediatric, and women’s health populations.
• Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
• Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
• Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions under preceptor supervision, including diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory disorders.
• Educate patients on disease prevention, lifestyle modification, and medication adherence.
• Develop proficiency in evidence-based treatment planning and diagnostic reasoning within primary care settings.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
• Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

• Oversaw daily operations, staff scheduling, and performance evaluations. Conducted patient admissions, chart audits, and quality improvement initiatives. Participated in interviewing, hiring, and mentoring new nursing staff.
• Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
• Communicated with members of medical staff and department heads during weekly update meetings.
• Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
• Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
• Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
• Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
• Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
• Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.

• Delivered high-acuity care to patients with life-threatening conditions. Assisted physicians during procedures and monitored critical changes.
• Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
• Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
• Implemented identified treatment plans for patients to maintain stable conditions and achieve reasonable improvements.
• Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
• Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

• Coordinated and delivered compassionate end-of-life care. Provided family support, symptom management, and care planning.
• Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
• Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
• Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
• Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
• Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

• Managed post-acute and rehabilitation patients transitioning from hospital to home.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

• Delivered emergency nursing care across a broad spectrum of acute conditions. Responded to emergency calls, triaged patients, and performed life-saving interventions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

• Delivered emergency nursing care across a broad spectrum of acute conditions. Responded to emergency calls, triaged patients, and performed life-saving interventions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.

• Delivered emergency nursing care across a broad spectrum of acute conditions. Responded to emergency calls, triaged patients, and performed life-saving interventions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

• Assisted ARNP with pediatric procedures, vaccinations, and patient education.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
• Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
• Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
• Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.

• Provided wound care, medication administration, and supervision of CNAs. Maintained accurate documentation and ensured adherence to care plans.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
• Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
• Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
• Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.