Katie Priester
Gillett,PA
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse with extensive ICU/CCU experience at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, adept in medication and IV administration, and demonstrating strong clinical judgment. Excelled in patient assessments and hemodynamic monitoring, significantly enhancing recovery processes. Proven mentor for new nurses, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, ICU/CCU
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
Clinical Associate
Ruby Memorial Hospital
04.2020 - 04.2022
- Facilitated efficient clinical workflows by coordinating laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging services, and referrals to specialists when appropriate.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Improved post CABG patients by early mobility, encouraging deep breathing, and accurately documenting as well as tracking I&Os.
- Communicates with RN regarding any nutrition issues, such as poor appetite or verbalized lack of understanding of diet changes.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing patient for CABG surgery
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05.2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Intensive Care Unit Experience
- Central Line Management
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
Accomplishments
Going The Extra Mile Award - Nominated by manager, awarded in June of 2024 with more than 300 employees
Certification
ACLS - Advanced Cardian Life Support
CCRN- Critical Care RN
NIHSS- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale
ENLS- Emergency Neurologic Life Support
Scholarly Work
Evidence-Based Project, Robert Packer Hospital COIN
- Researched and evaluated the use of Hi-lo ETTs to LCS and the evidence of VAP
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU/CCU
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Clinical Associate
Ruby Memorial Hospital
04.2020 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
ACLS - Advanced Cardian Life Support
CCRN- Critical Care RN
NIHSS- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale
ENLS- Emergency Neurologic Life Support
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