Katie Ballard RN
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in skilled nursing and hospice care. Over 3 years of hands-on experience providing high-quality, empathetic care, including 2 years focused on end-of-life support in skilled nursing facilities. Dedicated to ensuring comfort, dignity, and holistic support for patients and families. Seeking to join the team at Assured Hospice to continue delivering exceptional palliative care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Skilled Nursing RN
Shelton Health And Rehabilitation Center
03.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care, IV therapy, pain management, and rehabilitation support
- Monitored and assessed patient conditions, reporting changes and updating care plans
- Assisted patients with ADLs and supported family education on disease management
- Maintained detailed electronic documentation and collaborated with physicians and care teams
- Deliver end-of-life care in a skilled nursing facility for a caseload of hospice patients
- Provide expert symptom management, medication administration, and psychosocial support
RN
Avante at Melbourne
10.2015 - 11.2016
- Facilitated Skilled nursing care for patients receiving ongoing medical treatment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered specialized wound care for bed-bound patients, preventing infection and promoting healing.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College
Pensacola, FL05-2015
Associate of Science -
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL05-2009
Skills
- Hospice & Palliative Care
- Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care
- Pain and Symptom Management
- Family Support and Education
- EMR Proficiency PointClickCare
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Culturally Competent and Compassionate Care
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- Registered Nurse RN 61383319 , WA Board of Nursing
- BLS Certified - American Heart Association
- Valid Driver's License and Reliable Transportation
Timeline
Skilled Nursing RN
Shelton Health And Rehabilitation Center
03.2023 - Current
RN
Avante at Melbourne
10.2015 - 11.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College
Associate of Science -
Eastern Florida State College
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