Katie Engel

Pediatric Medical-Surgical unit, 40 beds, Epic EMR, 4:1 ratio.

Float frequently to NICU and PICU.

This travel assignment will be completed on 4/25/24.

• 42 bed unit, 3:1 ratio, Cerner
• Organized and managed care of patients in need of a transplanted organ and of patients experiencing complications after transplant including organ rejection.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper central line management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions on a Gastrointestinal/Endocrine floor.
• Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated patients and families about medications, treatments and lifestyle changes to better understand and manage condition.

• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions on a medical-surgical floor.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated patients and families about medications, treatments and lifestyle changes to better understand and manage condition.
• Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and family members to help cope with emotional challenges of illness.
• Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

• Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes in an ambulatory care setting.
• Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
• Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
• Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
• Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

• Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of pediatric patients on a medical-surgical telemetry unit.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.

• Provided nursing care to medically complex infants and children in a medical group home setting.
• Airway management of ventilated patients including trach and circuit changes, tracheal suctioning
• Used evidence-based guidelines to collaborate with multidisciplinary members of the healthcare team.
• Medication administration via NGT ,GT/JT, CVL.
• Educated families on patient care and coordinated discharge planning.

• Performed the same job duties above but as an LPN.