Katie Thompson
Blackfoot,ID
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Post Anesthesia Recovery Unit
Bingham Memorial Hospital
Blackfoot, ID
10.2017 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Monitored respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and renal status of post-surgical patients.
- Administered intravenous fluids and other medications as prescribed by the physician.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
State Hospital South
Blackfoot, ID
02.2014 - 07.2014
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide or self-harm and implemented safety protocols as necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes and clinical assessments utilizing Electronic Health Records.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in the field of Behavioral Health Nursing.
MED/SURG/ER Nurse/House Supervisor
Bingham Memorial Hospital
Blacfoot, ID
05.2009 - 10.2017
- Evaluated physical and psychological condition of incoming patients to identify nuances of protocols and treatments required for drugged or traumatized patients.
- Assessed patient condition and developed nursing care plans based on individual needs.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and treatment options.
- Facilitated the transfer of critically ill patients from the ER to other departments or facilities for further evaluation or treatment.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with doctors, nurses, staff members, patients, visitors.
- Coordinated with patient and attending physician in facilitating discharge and continuing needs for home care or transfer to extended care facility.
- Assessed, evaluated, and monitored patients' physical and mental health conditions to determine nursing care needs.
- Triaged behavioral health patients and assisted physicians and social workers to provide needed intervention through community resource or inpatient treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID05-2009
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Self Motivation
- Reliability
Certification
- Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR Certification- American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Card ACLS –American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Post Anesthesia Recovery Unit
Bingham Memorial Hospital
10.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
State Hospital South
02.2014 - 07.2014
MED/SURG/ER Nurse/House Supervisor
Bingham Memorial Hospital
05.2009 - 10.2017
- Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR Certification- American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Card ACLS –American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Idaho State University
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