KATIE ALTENBERND DOBY
Fort Irwin,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service. Experience in areas including Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, OB, Long-term care, Field trauma, and Critical Care Transport.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Weed Army Community Hospital Emergency Department
Fort Irwin, California
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges
- Performed administrative duties as charge nurse of Emergency Department including census reports, patient tracking, and staffing management.
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Hospital
Huntsville, AL
02.2020 - Current
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management
- Triaged patients in possible life-threatening situations and assigned acuity levels appropriately.
LPN Charge Nurse
LIMESTONE HEALTH FACILITY
Athens, AL
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Licensed Practical Nurse
MADIGAN ARMY MEDICAL CENTER
Joint Base Lewis, WA
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 40 patients per day
- Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Flight Medic
UNITED STATES ARMY
Fort Bragg, NC
09.2008 - 01.2013
- Determined availability of medical equipment and supplies for specific needs of patient condition and needs, based on available patient report and distance of transport
- Participated in pre-mission liftoff checklist and assisted pilot as requested in radio, navigational and visual observation activities
- Served as flight resource to neonatal and pediatric personnel when transporting specialty patients by helicopter
- Administered pre-hospital advanced life support care from initial contact until patient reached accepting medical facility
- Transported patients from point of injury to higher echelon of care
- Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Calhoun Community College
12.2020
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Central Carolina Community College
12.2015
Skills
- Organization
- First Aid/CPR
- ACLS, PALS, NRP certified
- Problem resolution
- Planning and coordination
- Proficient with Cerner EMR
References
- Dr. Christopher Hogan, Weed Army Community Hospital, 390 N Loop, Fort Irwin, CA 92310, (760) 383-5575
- CPT Edward Lui, RN- OIC of Weed Army Community Hospital ED, 390 N Loop, Fort Irwin, CA 92310, (760) 383-5562
- Meredith Pettey, RN- Nurse Educator Pediatric ER at Huntsville Hospital, 245 Governors Dr. SE, Huntsville, AL, (256) 426-2910
- Michelle Trentham, RN- Nurse Manager Pediatric ER at Huntsville Hospital, 245 Governors Dr. SE, Huntsville, AL, (256) 426-1747
- Allison Crow, RN-Previous Nurse Manager OBGYN Clinic Madigan Army Medical Center, 9040 Jackson Ave, Tacoma, WA, (913) 669-8584
- Brigitte Clary, RN-Nurse Manager OBGYN Clinic Madigan Army Medical Center, 9040 Jackson Ave, Tacoma, WA, (910) 391-2760
- CW3(R) Richard Puza- 3/82 GSAB Ft. Bragg, NC, Fayetteville, NC, (772)342-5050
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Weed Army Community Hospital Emergency Department
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Hospital
02.2020 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
LIMESTONE HEALTH FACILITY
08.2019 - 12.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
MADIGAN ARMY MEDICAL CENTER
04.2018 - 06.2019
Flight Medic
UNITED STATES ARMY
09.2008 - 01.2013
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Calhoun Community College
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Central Carolina Community College
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