Katie Cowart RN, BSN, CNOR
Woodstock,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Assistant Nurse Manager with excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities demonstrated across 12-year career history. Keeps units running at peak efficiency, quality and performance. Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager of Operating Room
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Scottish Rite
Atlanta, GA
08.2012 - Current
- Provide care in Operating room to children ranging in age from newborn to 21
- Assistant Nurse Manager of Operating Room April 2014-present
- Managed scheduling and staffing resources to maintain optimal unit coverage and patient safety.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork, ultimately improving continuity of care for patients.
- Trained and mentored new nurses on best practices and hospital policies for optimal performance.
- Facilitated staff meetings to discuss challenges, share knowledge, and promote teamwork among hospital personnel.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Maintains the flow of 15 Operating Rooms
- Trained through the Peri-op 101 program to provide care in OR
- Staff Assignments
- Leads Interdisciplinary Meetings
- Staff Leadership
- Administrative Call
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff and administration, advocating for the needs of both parties to promote overall organizational success.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by staying up-to-date on industry best practices and incorporating them into daily operations as necessary.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and professional growth opportunities for nursing staff.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Runs Reports
- Creates/ Maintains Excel Spreadsheets
Registered Nurse, NICU
Northside Hospital Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
02.2005 - 08.2012
- Provide total patient care of preterm and term neonates in a level III intensive care unit
- Relief Charge Nurse
- PICC Line insertion
- Administered specialized care to critically ill neonates, ensuring adherence to evidence-based protocols.
- Educated families on neonatal health issues, fostering understanding and support for treatment plans.
- Mentored junior nurses in NICU practices, promoting skill development and confidence in clinical procedures.
- NRP Instructor
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control policies, proper equipment handling, and waste disposal procedures.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care delivery within the NICU setting.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assessing newborns'' overall condition.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill neonates while offering emotional support to grieving families.
- Facilitated effective communication between families, physicians, therapists, social workers, dietitians, pharmacists – fostering a collaborative approach to holistic neonatal healthcare delivery.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Emory University
Bachelors of Social Work -
University of Georgia
Skills
- Ethical practice
- Clinical leadership
- Data gathering
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- BSN
- CNOR
- CPR/BLS
- PEARS
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager of Operating Room
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Scottish Rite
08.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse, NICU
Northside Hospital Atlanta
02.2005 - 08.2012
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Emory University
Bachelors of Social Work -
University of Georgia