Katia Hodson
Boca Raton,United States
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with advanced clinical skills and a solid understanding of healthcare theory, recognized for delivering high-quality care to diverse populations. Expertise in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control ensures optimal patient outcomes. Known for strong communication and teamwork abilities, fostering collaborative healthcare environments. Career objectives focus on enhancing patient care strategies and expanding clinical expertise.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Boca Raton, United States
01.2022 - Current
- Manage care for patients in the Neuro ICU Unit
- Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities to improve processes and treatments
- Acted as a patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a nursing process covering two high-acuity patients per shift
- Cared for patients with strokes, head traumas, intracranial hematomas, intracranial bleeds, brain tumors, and seizures
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
Registered Nurse
Delray Medical Center
Delray, United States
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Manage care for patients in a Neuro Step-down Unit and then Neuro ICU
- Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities to improve processes and treatments
- Acted as a patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a nursing process covering two to five high-acuity patients per shift
- Cared for patients with strokes, head traumas, intracranial hematomas, intracranial bleeds, brain tumors, and seizures
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Performed all noted skills such as IV starts, IV administration, IV drips administration, Trach care, Peg tube care, Foley catheter insertion, and care and medication administration
- Three months of training in critical care and assisted in numerous 'Code Blue' procedures
Registered Nurse
Broward Health imperial point
Ft. Lauderdale, United States
11.2017 - 01.2020
- Manage care for patients in a 47-bed Progressive Care Unit
- Monitor, record, and report patient condition symptoms or changes
- Managed the care of patients during their hospital admission, stay, and discharge
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess the patient's condition
- Advocate for proper patient care and safety during their hospital stay
- Organize timely admissions and discharge
Registered Nurse
Broward Health North
Deerfield Beach, United States
04.2015 - 11.2017
- Manage care for patients on a 27-bed Surgical/Telemetry floor
- Monitor, record, and report patient condition symptoms or changes
- Managed the care of patients during their hospital admission, stay, and discharge
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess a patient’s condition
- Advocate for proper patient care and safety during their hospital stay
- Organize timely admissions and discharge
Registered Nurse
AVENTURA PLAZA NURSING AND REHAB
NMB, United States
03.2014 - 04.2015
- Monitor, record, and report patient condition symptoms or changes
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess a patient’s condition
- Record patients’ medical information and vital signs
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated all nursing care and kept nursing personnel informed
- Monitored nursing care documentation to ensure it is appropriate, concise, and timely
- Supervised and directed licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel
- Drawing blood, starting IVs, and performing other standard Registered Nurse procedures or treatment as ordered
Registered Nurse Case Manager
GENEX Services Inc.
Glen Allen, United States
04.2013 - 03.2014
- Responsible for assessment, planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of injured/disabled individuals involved in the medical case management process
- Worked as an intermediary between carriers, attorneys, medical care providers, employers, and employees
- Closely monitor the injured worker's progress and report results to the employer and insurance carrier
- Uses clinical/nursing skills to help coordinate the individual’s treatment program while maximizing cost containment
- Worked with physicians and therapists to set up medical assessments to develop an overall treatment plan
- Coordinated the injured workers’ appointments and arranged appointments
- Documented and reported all case activities for accurate case management and billing procedures
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Integrity Health Services
Doral, United States
01.2011 - 04.2013
- Provided nursing care for pediatric patients in their home
- Implemented physician’s orders following the agency policies
- Administered medications and routine treatments
- Observed and recorded signs and symptoms of change in the client’s condition and behavior
- Observed and evaluated the patient’s condition and provided appropriate documentation and treatment according to agency standards
- Performed necessary physical assessments of infants and children
- Closely monitored acute conditions
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
- Ensured HIPAA compliance
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Keys Health Care
Doral, United States
02.2007 - 03.2013
- Assisted the DON with the overall administration and management of the agency
- Revised the policy and procedure manuals and approved with the DON
- Evaluated individual employee performance and ensured all rules and guidelines were followed
- Implemented performance standards
- Established personnel qualifications requirements
- Initiated in-service programs, installed record and reporting system, and performed other personnel management
- Assisted in planning, directing, evaluating, and maintaining responsibility for the agency's skilled nursing and personal care staff
- Managed new hires, terminations, and monthly staff training
- Provided strategic plans and budget management and successfully attained JCAHO and AHCA accreditations
- Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA) to identify performance areas for improvement
Registered Nurse Field Supervisor
Virgin Health Corporation
Miami, United States
05.2004 - 02.2007
- Assessed the functional status of clients at home using the Oasis data collection guidelines
- Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid guidelines
- Treated patients with chronic and acute health problems following discharge from the hospital
- Provided agency with accurate client status reports
- Provided the basis for appropriate care plan formulating
- Supervised field staff and provided teaching and training
- Performed in-home supervision, focusing on the client's needs being met
- Evaluated the care given by agency staff to clients
- Assisted the DON with reports for appropriate agencies
- Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA) to identify performance areas for improvement
- Ensured HIPAA compliance
Registered Nurse
Hialeah Convalescent Home
Hialeah, United States
01.2002 - 05.2004
- Assessed the functional status of all residents in the nursing facility and collected data
- Used the MDS with the resident assessment protocols (RAPS) to provide the basis for appropriate care plan intervention
- Completed the MDS and RAP’s according to the HCFA guidelines
- Decided whether a condition warrants a care plan intervention
- Knowledge of the Prospective Payment System and submit for payment
- Knowledge of ICD 9 coding
Education
Post Master’s - Family Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
Dallas, TX, United States01.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL, United StatesBachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Dallas, TX, United StatesMaster of Science - Nursing – Leadership
West Coast University
Dallas, TX, United StatesSkills
- BLS Certified
- Critical care
- ACLS Certified
- Basic arrhythmia certified
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Proficiency with computers
References
Furnished upon request
Personal Information
Title: RN MSN
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Delray Medical Center
01.2019 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Broward Health imperial point
11.2017 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
Broward Health North
04.2015 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse
AVENTURA PLAZA NURSING AND REHAB
03.2014 - 04.2015
Registered Nurse Case Manager
GENEX Services Inc.
04.2013 - 03.2014
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Integrity Health Services
01.2011 - 04.2013
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Keys Health Care
02.2007 - 03.2013
Registered Nurse Field Supervisor
Virgin Health Corporation
05.2004 - 02.2007
Registered Nurse
Hialeah Convalescent Home
01.2002 - 05.2004
Post Master’s - Family Nurse Practitioner
West Coast University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Master of Science - Nursing – Leadership
West Coast University
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