Katie Kabana
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Registered Nurse with 5+ years of clinical experience, including 3+ years supporting patients remotely through care coordination and navigation. Skilled at guiding patients through complex healthcare journeys with clarity, compassion, and thoughtful clinical judgment. Experienced in telehealth, pre-procedure education, triage, and collaborating across teams to improve workflows and make care smoother and more reassuring for patients. Passionate about preventative, patient-centered care helping patients feel informed, supported, and empowered.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Care Coordinator | Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program
Children's Hospital of Orange County
05.2023 - Current
- Provide patient education and counseling regarding medications, side effects, imaging, and long-term care planning.
- Serve as a primary clinical point of contact for patients and families, offering emotional support and navigation through complex care pathways.
- Write successful insurance appeal letters using detailed clinical analysis, improving access to diagnostics and treatment.
- Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and multidisciplinary teams to identify barriers and optimize care delivery.
Registered Nurse | Associate Health Department
Children's Hospital of Orange County
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported the onboarding of new hires, ensuring regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Managed employee flu clinics and vaccine administration with accurate EMR documentation.
- Served as a COVID-19 resource RN, advising on return-to-work protocols, and reporting case data to county agencies.
Registered Nurse
Sameday Health
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Delivered IV and IM wellness therapies while educating patients on preventive health options.
- Thrived in a fast-paced digital health startup, adapting to new services, and contributing to evolving clinical protocols.
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Triaged patient concerns remotely via phone, email, and patient portals, determining next steps and escalation needs.
- Acted as a consistent patient navigator, providing education, and emotional support throughout treatment journeys.
- Coordinated biologic therapies and prior authorizations, in collaboration with providers and insurers.
- Maintained thorough documentation to support quality improvement and continuity of care.
Registered Nurse
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed care for up to six high-acuity GI and endocrine patients per shift, monitoring clinical status, and anticipating patient needs.
- Responded to emergent situations calmly, while maintaining accurate, timely documentation.
- Delegated and coordinated tasks with support staff to ensure safe, timely, and patient-centered care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06.2019
Certification
- Registered Nurse, California, #95274023
- Basic Life Support & PEARS, American Heart Association
Timeline
Nurse Care Coordinator | Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program
Children's Hospital of Orange County
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse | Associate Health Department
Children's Hospital of Orange County
09.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Sameday Health
03.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia
10.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
08.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University