Katie Lenning
Wesley Chapel
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Moffitt Cancer Center, excelling in team collaboration and effective communication. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and provide emotional support to patients. Skilled in electronic health records and committed to professional development, ensuring high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa
09.2008 - 02.2021
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in a fast-paced environment.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and post-discharge care instructions.
- Assisted in wound care management using sterile techniques and protocols.
- Documented patient assessments accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing cancer diagnosis and treatment challenges.
- Trained new nursing staff on unit procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
Oncology Technician
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa
02.2007 - 09.2008
- Maintained inventory of oncology supplies and equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on medical equipment.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Trained new staff on oncology procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Communicated with patients regarding their treatment plan and provided emotional support when necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Monitored patient progress by observing for adverse reactions to treatments, recording changes in condition, reporting any abnormalities to physician or nurse supervisor.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers regarding patient concerns or changes in condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patients receiving oncology services.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
- Provided excellent patient support and care to patients and families.
- Reported safety hazards to supervisors, removing risk and promoting workplace safety.
- Cleaned and sterilized laboratory equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Collected specimens for lab testing, practicing aseptic technique to reduce risk of infection.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ08-2015
Master of Science - Health Care Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ08-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL08-2005
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Interpersonal skills
- Professional development
- Personal care needs
- Managing deadlines
- Resource allocation
- Electronic health records
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Nominee
- Nurse of the Year Nominee 2012
Certification
- Registered Nurse Licensee-Active
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Moffitt Cancer Center
09.2008 - 02.2021
Oncology Technician
Moffitt Cancer Center
02.2007 - 09.2008
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Master of Science - Health Care Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
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