Katie Evans
New Albany,IN
Summary
Highly trained critical care nursing professional with case management experience. Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Detail-oriented with exceptional communication and management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Post Anesthesia Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Floyd
03.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient's acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments post operatively to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities..
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Floyd
08.2015 - 03.2023
- Skills include: CRRT, TTM, IABP, Impella, EKOS, rotoprone bed operation, ventilator management. Able to titrate sedatives, paralytics, pressors, and other cardiac drips. Able to interpret ABG and lab results.
- I assisted the ICU charge nurse often with RAPID responses, and cardiac arrests throughout the hospital.
- Participated in Baptist Health Floyd's PRIDE program for 3 years.
- Member of the Unit Steering Committee.
- Precepted numerous new nurses.
- Provided excellent and compassionate care throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and invasive procedures as needed while maintaining strict adherence to established safety guidelines.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, offering comfort and support to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Coordinated patient transfers between units or facilities while ensuring continuity of care and seamless transitions for patients and their families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in the development of long-term care plans for complex cases, ensuring continuity of care throughout hospitalization and discharge process.
Registered Nurse Case Management
Southern Indiana Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of healthcare team, patients and families.
- Advocated for patients by identifying insurance coverage, communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met patients' treatment goals.
- Arranged placement of new patient admissions and transfers according to clinical standards and guidelines.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to obtain necessary clinical information for prior authorization submissions.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of insurance plan requirements, facilitating accurate and timely completion of authorization forms.
- Reduced turnaround time for prior authorization requests by utilizing electronic submission methods.
- Monitored pending cases closely, proactively following up on outstanding documentation needed for successful approval outcomes.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Southern Indiana Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2013 - 07.2015
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
CNA
Southern Indiana Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2011 - 01.2013
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
CNA
Sellersbug Healthcare And Rehab
08.2010 - 09.2011
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10.2014
Perioperative Nursing Certification -
Bellarmine University
Louisville, KY05.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Sellersburg, IN12.2012
High School Diploma -
Floyd Central High School
Floyds Knobs, IN05.2010
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- High level of autonomy
- CCRN certified
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Acute/critical care expertise
- Care plan development
- Documentation and charting
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- ACLS, BLS, & PALS certified
Certification
- Received CCRN Certification in June 2019
- Received Perioperative Certification in 2013
Education and Training
Completes all yearly hospital education requirements, along with CEU's to maintain my Critical Care Registered Nurse Certification.
Timeline
Post Anesthesia Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Floyd
03.2023 - Current
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Floyd
08.2015 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse Case Management
Southern Indiana Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2014 - 07.2015
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Southern Indiana Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2013 - 07.2015
CNA
Southern Indiana Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2011 - 01.2013
CNA
Sellersbug Healthcare And Rehab
08.2010 - 09.2011
Perioperative Nursing Certification -
Bellarmine University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
High School Diploma -
Floyd Central High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
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