Katie Keene
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
ICU registered nurse with several years of clinical experience who is seeking a career to expand and build upon her current knowledge of patient care outcomes. Currently working in a 30 bed ICU that oversees a wide range of disease processes within our patient population. Cares for patients throughout treatment and recovery under the guidance of evidence based practice, keeping our patient's positive outcome at the forefront of her mind during her care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Closely monitored high acuity patients ranging from medical-surgical ICU to Neuro ICU for signs of deterioration and reported critical changes to intensivists in a timely manner.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to unstable patients in a 30 bed ICU.
- Recovered freshly post-operative patients from a wide range of procedures- from catheterization to amputation- in an acute care setting and continuously assessed for post-operative complications.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
Clinical Nursing Assistant
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained 15-30 patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Server
Frugatti's Italian Eatery
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bakersfield Community College
Bakersfield, CA12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Deaf Studies
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA12.2014
Associate of Arts - American Sign Language
Bakersfield Community College
Bakersfield, CA05.2012
Skills
- Advanced Life Support
- Invasive and Non-Invasive Vital Signs
- Thermoregulation
- Facility Policies and Procedures
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Airway Management
- Blood Transfusions
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Patient Ventilation
- Pain Management Techniques
- Implementing evidence-based practice
- Collaboration with Medical Doctors
Certification
Basic Life Support
Advanced Life Support
NIHSS Certified
CRRT certified
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Clinical Nursing Assistant
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2022
Server
Frugatti's Italian Eatery
08.2017 - 02.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bakersfield Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Deaf Studies
California State University, Northridge
Associate of Arts - American Sign Language
Bakersfield Community College