KATIE DURAND
Covington,LA
Summary
Pediatric healthcare professional with strong background in providing high-quality care to children and adolescents. Proven ability to handle diverse medical conditions and emergencies with precision and calmness. Effective team collaborator, reliable in adapting to dynamic clinical environments. Proficient in patient assessment, medication administration, and care coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NICU Float Nurse
St. Tammany Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Supported hospital''s mission and vision by consistently providing high-quality, patient-centered care across all assigned units.
- Fed, bathed and checked vital signs on newborns less than 37 weeks of age.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding in high-stress situations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities using electronic health record systems while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for privacy protection.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
St. Tammany Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Educated children and caregivers about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
- Advocated for patient needs with healthcare providers, securing necessary interventions for optimal health results.
Pediatric Registered Nurse Resident
St. Tammany Hospital
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Advocated for patients' needs during multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for optimal care outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, enabling informed decision-making among healthcare providers.
- Participated in continuous education to remain current with pediatric nursing best practices, directly impacting patient care quality.
Pediatric Nurse Tech
St. Tammany Hospital
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted nursing staff in performing routine patient care.
- Prepared patient rooms for admissions.
- Ensured the unit was stocked with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Assisted with moving patients from one area to another.
- Assisted with basic personal care such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
Nursing Student
Pearl River Community College
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Performs basic patient care activities under RN direction, including respiratory procedures, dressing changes, and initiation of peripheral IV lines
- Obtained patient weight, pulse oximetry, and blood glucose level, and reported abnormal results to licensed nurses
- Followed departmental policies and continuous improvement initiatives
- Used Epic EMR software to record patient chart information
Camp Counselor
Country Day School
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Fostered positive learning environment, demonstrated positive behaviors, and modeled teamwork
- Exposed campers to new activities and sports at age-appropriate paces
- Transported campers between grounds on foot and to off-site locations using camp vans
Kindergarten Teacher
Country Day School
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Organized learning material and resources to teach alphabet and numeracy along with personal, social, and emotional skills
- Mobilized classroom management techniques to maintain order, organization, and student safety
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage positive behavior and educational outcomes
- Implemented hands-on learning labs, brilliant images, and technology experiences to meet needs of each child
- Led safe, nurturing, and engaging environment to develop young minds and inspire love of learning
EKG Technician
Forrest General Hospital
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Helped assess cardiac activity by performing EKGs.
- Obtained readings by operating machinery according to physicians' prescribed testing orders or established facility protocols
- Maintained equipment in good working order by completing regular inspections and routine upkeep
- Prepared patients for testing, including positioning properly, attaching electrodes, and connecting electrodes to leads
- Reduced patients' anxiety and increased compliance with testing requirements by clearly explaining procedures
Education
ADN - Nursing
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, Ms12.2022
Skills
- Group leadership
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate communication
- Time management
- Quality of care standards
- Patient monitoring
- Neonatal care
- EPIC EMR software
- Medication and IV administration
- Pain management
- Family education
- Infection control
- Asthma management
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Nominee
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
- Neonatal Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
NICU Float Nurse
St. Tammany Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
St. Tammany Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse Resident
St. Tammany Hospital
02.2023 - 07.2023
Pediatric Nurse Tech
St. Tammany Hospital
05.2022 - 02.2023
Nursing Student
Pearl River Community College
01.2021 - 12.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Country Day School
05.2020 - 12.2020
EKG Technician
Forrest General Hospital
10.2018 - 09.2019
Camp Counselor
Country Day School
06.2018 - 07.2021
ADN - Nursing
Pearl River Community College
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