Katie Biller
NORTH ROYALTON,OH
Summary
Adaptable Float Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in emergency care, patient assessment, and wound management, ensuring quality care across varied departments. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, bringing value to fast-paced healthcare environments with the ability to seamlessly integrate into diverse medical teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Float Nurse
Positive Education Program
Cleveland, Ohio
03.2017 - Current
- Monitor staff and client safety during therapeutic crisis interventions.
- Maintain records of immunizations.
- Hearing and vision screenings.
- Carelogic EHR trainer.
- Teach Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while providing quality patient care services.
- Coordinated communication between multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Administered prescribed medications as ordered by physicians according to established guidelines.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented changes in patient's conditions accurately in the EHR system.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care services based on individualized needs.
- Educated patients regarding treatment medications and side effects.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care and support.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Med passer, Shift nurse
Ohio Guidestone
Berea, Ohio
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Attend to emergency situations as they arise
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
LPN
Mount Alverna Village
Parma, Ohio
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
Cuyahoga County Health Care Coordinator
Consume Support Services
Independence, Ohio
03.2012 - 03.2017
- Provided case management services to ensure the delivery of quality care.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Attended meetings with families and other members of the interdisciplinary team to discuss patient progress and plan for future interventions.
- Participated in clinical reviews and audits, as required by CCBDD.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, utilizing Crisis Prevention and Intervention.
- Scheduled appointments for clients with appropriate medical specialists.
- Supported clients during hospital admissions and discharges.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult health issues.
- Maintained communication between the family and caregiver and other involved parties regarding the patient's condition.
- Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care and conditions which might hinder patient well-being.
- Provided education and trainings to DSP staffs, such as Medication Administration re-certifications, AHA CPR/First aid training, and various other trainings about specific patient conditions and/or medications/treatments.
Charge Nurse, Nurse Aide Training Program Primary Instructor, American Heart Association CPR instructor
Pleasant Lake Villa Nursing Home
Parma, Ohio
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Establish and maintain a trusted nurse-patient relationship
- Pass medication using the 6 rights of medication administration, including IV medications under LPN scope of practice
- Obtain orders and communicate with Doctors and Nurse Practitioners regarding any change in resident’s condition
- Address any resident concerns and be a part of their support system
- Delegate and supervise STNA staff
- Resident assessments, and treatments, such as wound care
- Organize and teach NATP course under ODH standards
- Teach CPR/First Aid under AHA standards
Restorative STNA
Pleasant Lake Villa Nursing Home
Parma, Ohio
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Establish and maintain a trusted patient-aide relationship
- Complete and monitor various Physical Therapy programs such as ambulation, standing, leg exercises, active and passive range of motion
- Complete and monitor various Occupation Therapy programs such as toilet transfers, using adaptive equipment to complete ADLS, arm exercises, wheel chair mobility, splints and braces
- Complete and monitor dining programs under the instruction of Speech Therapy to ensure residents are following their swallowing guidelines
- Monthly responsibilities include: Charting on the progress of the residents, weights, and alarm audits
- Make referrals to proper therapy departments as needed
- Staff training aids to do floor programs
- Filling in on the floor as a Nursing Assistant as needed
Education
Associate in Science - RN
Cuyahoga Community College
12-2024
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Cuyahoga Community College
01.2010
High School Diploma -
Parma Senior High
Parma, Ohio01.2005
Medical Health Professions - STNA
Normandy High School
Parma, Ohio01.2005
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Health Promotion
- Patient Examination
- Care Coordination
- New Staff Precepting
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Decision-Making
- Problem-solving abilities
- Basic Life Support
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Skills
- Team building
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Excellent Communication
Community Service
- Volunteer at St. Pat’s hunger center through Mount Alverna Mission Team, 2015-2020
- Volunteer at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter, 2016-2020
- Volunteer at Grace Church TOT garden, 2017-current
Certification
- American Heart Associate BLS instructor (2011)
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (2024)
Timeline
Med passer, Shift nurse
Ohio Guidestone
01.2020 - 01.2023
Float Nurse
Positive Education Program
03.2017 - Current
LPN
Mount Alverna Village
01.2017 - 01.2019
Cuyahoga County Health Care Coordinator
Consume Support Services
03.2012 - 03.2017
Charge Nurse, Nurse Aide Training Program Primary Instructor, American Heart Association CPR instructor
Pleasant Lake Villa Nursing Home
01.2010 - 01.2012
Restorative STNA
Pleasant Lake Villa Nursing Home
01.2008 - 01.2010
- American Heart Associate BLS instructor (2011)
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (2024)
Associate in Science - RN
Cuyahoga Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Cuyahoga Community College
High School Diploma -
Parma Senior High
Medical Health Professions - STNA
Normandy High School
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