Katie Brier
Graduate Nurse
Warren,MA
Summary
Proficient and caring Nursing team member offering 10 years of patient-facing experience across a variety of settings. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse
Mercy Medical Center (Med Surg/Tele Units)
Springfield , MA
2019.09 - 2021.05
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Monitored medications, noted side effects and reported issues to senior staff.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Administered close patient care, including checking vital signs and checking telemetry.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Communicated with patients and family members and provided updated information.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Quaboag Rehabilitation And Skilled Care Center
West Brookfield , MA
2015.06 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Participated in various fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA 2019.09 - 2021.06
BSN Candidate -
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA 2021.05 - Current
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
undefinedCertification
BLS Certified, American Heart Association - Exp 2022
Community Service
Administered Covid-19 vaccinations, provided education, and assessment to residents of Worcester County at the Southbridge community center vaccination site.
Timeline
BSN Candidate -
Westfield State University
2021.05 - Current
Student Nurse
Mercy Medical Center (Med Surg/Tele Units)
2019.09 - 2021.05
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Springfield Technical Community College
2019.09 - 2021.06
Certified Nursing Assistant
Quaboag Rehabilitation And Skilled Care Center
2015.06 - Current
BLS Certified, American Heart Association - Exp 2022
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