Katie Wagner
Malone,WI
Summary
To Whom it may concern,
I am pleased to be writing today regarding my application for the 0.8 Registered Nurse Position on 4 South. Currently I am a 4th semester nursing student at Moraine Park Technical College. Prior to that, I have dedicated the past 21 years to my nursing career, 11 of which I have worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse. During that time, I worked on the Medicare unit at Harbor Haven Health and Rehabilitation where I was responsible for admitting, assessing, planning and implementing and evaluating nursing care for 12 patients at a time. During that time I cared for patients with various medical conditions such as trauma, injuries, fractures, post surgical, stroke and spinal cord injuries.
Currently I am working in long - term care where I get the opportunity each day to care for patients who are in the last stages of their life, so I do everything in my power to make sure their last years/months/days are special. I have formed great relationships with my patients and their families. In my most recent job review, my supervisor described me as being a "god send" to the villa because of the exceptional care I provide. My proficiencies at the villa include leadership and supervision of CNA's, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for my patients, collaborating with physicians, nurse practitioners and hospice staff to assure exceptional patient care and outcomes.
My background has molded me to be exceptionally organized, calm, and patient in all that I do. I pride myself in forming a trusting bond with my patients and their families. I believe in good collaboration and team work in the workplace and I always lead by example. I pride myself in creating a positive working environment for my peers as well.
I believe employment with SSM would be mutually beneficial, as I am seeking a challenging work environment where I can use and develop my skills to the fullest extent. Please contact me at (920)795-4710 or miwag13@gmail.com. I'd love the opportunity to discuss my skills further, and look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Kathryn Wagner
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse Team Leader
Villa Loretto Nursing Home
Mt Calvary, Wisconsin
10.2015 - Current
- Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
- Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
- Experienced in the performing focused assessments, lab values and diagnostics to prioritize patient problems
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions and met treatment goals
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Harbor Haven Health & Rehabilitation
Fond Du Lac, WI
10.2011 - 09.2015
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Experience in wound vacs,
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harbor Haven Health & Rehabilitation
Fond Du Lac, WI
01.2001 - 10.2011
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Moraine Park Technical College
Fond Du Lac, WI05.2022
Skills
- Intravenous Medications
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Care Coordination
- Wound Vac Drainage System
- Tracheostomy care
- Nasogastric tube care
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Examination
- Compassionate and Caring
- Treatment Preparation
- Infection Control Procedures
A little bit about me
I have been married to my husband Mike for 16 years, I have 4 children Jordan (25), Masan (12) Logan (12) and Gracie (8). My hobbies include gardening (both flower and vegetable), hiking, boating, four-wheeling, swimming, raising fainting goats, ducks, turkeys, peacocks, sheep and chickens. I love all things outdoors.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse Team Leader
Villa Loretto Nursing Home
10.2015 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Harbor Haven Health & Rehabilitation
10.2011 - 09.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harbor Haven Health & Rehabilitation
01.2001 - 10.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Moraine Park Technical College