Katia Weaver
Homestead,FL
Summary
Proven expertise in delivering exceptional patient care, honed across roles at Aya Healthcare and beyond. Skilled in medication administration and patient assessments, with a strong emphasis on privacy and confidentiality. Excelled in high-pressure environments, significantly improving patient outcomes through meticulous care plan development and effective communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
Registered Nurse
Cape Coral Hospital
04.2017 - 09.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Hospital Of Miami
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Correctional Officer
Floor & Decor
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Mail Handler
United States Post Office
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Utilized physical strength to move mail and packages of varying sizes and weights.
- Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient mail handling processes.
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
06.2006 - 04.2011
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College
Cutler Bay, FL12.2016
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medication Administration
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Electronic Medical Records
- Patient Assessments
- Geriatric Nursing
- Telemetry monitoring
- Diabetes management
- Orthopedic Nursing
- Patient Assessment
- Discharge Planning
- Wound Care
- Family Education
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care Plan Development
Timeline
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
08.2021 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
Baptist Hospital Of Miami
10.2019 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse
Cape Coral Hospital
04.2017 - 09.2019
Correctional Officer
Floor & Decor
06.2015 - 08.2016
Mail Handler
United States Post Office
09.2013 - 06.2015
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
06.2006 - 04.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College
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