Katie McLellan
Lubbock
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse & Infection Prevention Designee
Hub City Surgery Center- Interventional Nephrology
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center- Endoscopy
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, increasing adherence to discharge instructions and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center- Nephrology
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Sales Associate and Cashier
Academy Sports + Outdoors
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Angelo State University
12-2017
High School Diploma -
Plains High School
Plains, TX05-2013
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient monitoring
Accomplishments
Treasurer 2015-2016
I was the treasurer of Alpha Phi Omega, Omega Gamma chapter at Angelo State University, from May 2015 to May 2016. Responsibilities included: budgeting, managing funds, planning events and fundraisers, and teamwork.
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse & Infection Prevention Designee
Hub City Surgery Center- Interventional Nephrology
11.2023 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center- Endoscopy
01.2022 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center- Nephrology
01.2018 - 12.2021
Sales Associate and Cashier
Academy Sports + Outdoors
05.2017 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Angelo State University
High School Diploma -
Plains High School
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