Katie Gibson
Maidsville ,WV
Summary
Licensed practical nurse with extensive experience as a clinical associate, proficient in hands-on clinical duties. Demonstrated skills in effective communication, patient documentation, and supporting nursing staff to enhance patient outcomes. Expertise in monitoring vital signs, conducting patient assessments, and providing compassionate care. Dedicated to improving patient comfort and fostering strong relationships within healthcare teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Associate
WVU Medicine
Morgantown, West Virginia
11.2021 - Current
- Supported patients with daily living activities, including grooming and mobility assistance.
- Supported nursing staff with patient care tasks, including vital signs monitoring and hygiene support, enhancing overall patient comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to deliver essential support and education.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to established procedures.
- Built collaborative relationships among nursing staff, patients, families, and healthcare professionals to improve care coordination.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Monongalia County Technical Education Center
Morgantown, WV07-2026
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Specimen collection
- Wound care
- Catheter care
- Tracheostomy care
- Breathing treatments
- Pain management
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Charting and recording
- Documenting intake and output
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Daily living assistance
- Palliative care
- Effective communication
- Patient relationship management
- Seizure management
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Clinical Associate
WVU Medicine
11.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Monongalia County Technical Education Center