Katie Hester
Wildomar,CA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for advanced patient care roles. Proven ability to deliver high-quality medical services with strong focus on patient outcomes. Skilled in diagnostic procedures, treatment plans, and patient education. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and reliable performance in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
04.2023 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Inland Valley Medical Center
01.2019 - 10.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to identify potential issues or complications in a timely manner, taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for critically ill patients, developing individualized care plans to address their unique medical needs.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and invasive procedures as needed while maintaining strict adherence to established safety guidelines.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs and responded promptly to changes or abnormalities, maintaining patient stability and preventing complications.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Kaiser Permanente
11.2017 - 04.2023
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Rapid Response Nurse consulted on declining patients to establish higher level of care and perform life saving interventions.
Trauma ICU Nurse
Palomar Health
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to develop optimal treatment plans, resulting in faster recovery times for patients.
- Reduced complications for critically ill patients through the implementation of individualized care plans based on each patient''s unique needs.
- Streamlined the admission process for trauma ICU patients by implementing new protocols for rapid assessment and intervention.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as central line placement and chest tube insertion, ensuring accuracy and adherence to sterile techniques.
- Expedited critical decision-making processes during emergencies by effectively communicating with other healthcare professionals under high-pressure situations.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Riverside Community Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
Cardiothoracic ICU Nurse
Temecula Valley Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Promoted safety culture within the unit by adhering to infection control protocols, reporting incidents promptly, and participating in ongoing staff education programs.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and proper equipment preparation.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing personalized care plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Increased efficiency in documentation practices by utilizing electronic medical records systems effectively while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Loma Linda Medical Center
02.2014 - 11.2017
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA12.2013
Skills
- Advanced assessment
- Family-centered care
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Health literacy
- Physical examination
- Nutrition counseling
- Telehealth proficiency
- Health promotion
Certification
- Critical Care Registered Nurse – Advanced Practice (CCRN-E)-American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS), (PALS), (BLS)
- National Provider Identifier(NPI)- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Advanced Skills
EPIC Master User, Cerner, Hemodynamic Monitoring, CVP, Swan-Ganz Catheter, Arterial line, Level 1 rapid infuser proficient, ICP Monitoring, research, Microsoft Office, Internet, Email, Electronic Medical Records System, Post Pyloric tube placement, Open Heart Recovery, CRRT, US IV’s proficient
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
04.2023 - Current
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Inland Valley Medical Center
01.2019 - 10.2024
Trauma ICU Nurse
Palomar Health
01.2018 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Riverside Community Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Kaiser Permanente
11.2017 - 04.2023
Cardiothoracic ICU Nurse
Temecula Valley Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2018
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Loma Linda Medical Center
02.2014 - 11.2017
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Riverside Community College
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