Katie Rentas
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Organized student nurse with a passion for patients and patient care. Offers extensive hands-on experience in multiple units, including long-term care, rehabilitation, emergency department, intensive care unit, oncology, and medical-surgical. Currently completing nursing studies and ready to expand practical knowledge.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa , AL
05.2024 - Current
- Administer oral and topical medications as directed by a healthcare provider.
- Maintain strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assess patient conditions, monitor behaviors, and update supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Engage in reflective practice and seek feedback to improve nursing competencies.
- Document patient care activities and observations in medical records accurately.
- Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Collect specimens for laboratory testing, including blood, urine, and sputum.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Observe medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Deliver information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology.
- Conduct patient education on nutrition, medication management, and disease prevention.
- Observe changes in patient conditions and report them to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Prepare medical equipment and tools to aid the physician during the examination and treatment of patients.
- Provide emotional support to patients and families, offering comfort and information as needed.
Dietary Aide
Regency Retirement Village
Tuscaloosa, AL
03.2022 - Current
- Gather soiled tablecloths and dietary linens and deliver to the laundry.
- Assist with the preparation of snacks and other light meals..
- Direct patrons to restrooms and other amenities within the facility.
- Wipe down tables and remove trash and dirty plates to provide a clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Serve food and snacks according to the planned menu and patients' diet orders.
- Set tables before patients arrive to maintain meal plan productivity.
- Clean and maintain the dining room during and after each meal service.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assist with meal setup, serving, and clean up as needed.
- Maintain a safe working environment by following all safety protocols.
- Greet visitors entering the kitchen area, provide them with information about the services offered, and direct them accordingly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Holmstad Retirement Community
Batavia , IL
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans as needed.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Dietary Aide
The Holmstad Retirement Community
Batavia, IL
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Ensured that all food was prepared according to established health standards.
- Gathered soiled tablecloths and dietary linens and delivered to laundry.
- Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
- Assisted patients with special needs to eat meals, providing kindness and patience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Batavia High School
Batavia, IL05-2021
Expected Graduation 05/2026 - Nursing
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, ALSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Data documentation
- Specimen collection
- Healthcare compliance
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Taking and recording vital signs
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS Provider Certifcation
Timeline
Student Nurse
University of Alabama
05.2024 - Current
Dietary Aide
Regency Retirement Village
03.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Holmstad Retirement Community
05.2021 - 08.2023
Dietary Aide
The Holmstad Retirement Community
05.2018 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Batavia High School
Expected Graduation 05/2026 - Nursing
The University of Alabama
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