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Work History
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Katie Wright

Trafalgar,IN

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated registered nurse with a proven track record of fostering team collaboration and driving positive patient care outcomes. Combines extensive clinical expertise with strong leadership abilities, adept at navigating complex healthcare environments. Proficient in staff management, patient care coordination, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Recognized for reliability, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to creating a supportive and efficient workplace culture.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Hospice Admissions Nurse

St. Croix Hospice
Indianapolis, IN
02.2026 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine hospice care eligibility and needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients and families.
  • Educated patients and families on hospice services, benefits, and end-of-life care options.
  • Provided compassionate support to families in crisis situations, guiding them through complex decision-making regarding their loved ones'' end-of-life care options.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Manager of Clinical Services

St. Croix Hospice
Indianapolis, IN
09.2024 - 02.2026

Directed clinical operations to ensure adherence to regulatory compliance and quality standards.

  • Implemented best practices in patient care, enhancing service delivery across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Mentored clinical team of 20, fostering professional development and enhancing retention and team performance.
  • Participated in strategic planning for the growth and expansion of clinical services, ensuring long-term organizational success.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Championed best practice sharing among departments, resulting in more consistent execution of patient care processes and improved outcomes.

Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager

St. Croix Hospice
Indianapolis, IN
03.2023 - 09.2024
  • Managed comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans for hospice patients.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure holistic patient-centered care and effective communication.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patient end of life progression, modifying care plans to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Educated families on end-of-life care options, ensuring understanding of services available through hospice support.

Clinical Liaison, RN

Paradigm Health
Franklin, IN
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Cultivated productive relationships with referral sources, leading to increased admissions.
  • Provided essential support during emergencies or crises situations, working closely with hospital staff to ensure appropriate patient placement and timely admission to hospice services.
  • Developed strong rapport with community partners by attending local health fairs, conferences, or networking events to promote the facility''s programs and services.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Registered Nurse Coordinator

Bickford Senior Living
Greenwood, IN
09.2020 - 09.2022
  • Coordinated care plans for residents, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support.
  • Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care.
  • Championed efforts towards improving nurse satisfaction and retention rates by addressing staff concerns and fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Evaluated patient needs and developed individualized care plans to address physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.
  • Increased continuity of care by fostering strong relationships between patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
  • Enforced nursing practice standards and recommended unit and institution policies and procedures to boost

Backup RN Coordinator

Bickford Senior Living
Greenwood, IN
02.2020 - 08.2020
  • Coordinated patient care plans to ensure comprehensive support for residents and families.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, increasing safety and reducing errors among nursing staff.
  • Served as a liaison between the nursing department, physicians, and administration to facilitate effective communication and collaboration across disciplines.
  • Onboarded new employees through orientation meetings and training sessions before deployment to different departments.

Floor Registered Nurse

Bickford Senior Living
Greenwood, IN
07.2019 - 02.2020

Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

  • Monitored patients' vital signs and health status, promptly reporting changes to the healthcare team.
  • Educated residents and families on care procedures, fostering understanding and engagement in treatment processes.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing team performance through knowledge sharing and support.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments for up to 60 residents at facility capacity to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN
05.2019

Dementia Certification -

Bickford Senior Living
Greenwood, IN

Stagen Integral Leadership Program -

Bickford Senior Living
Kansas City, Kansas

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance in healthcare
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient evaluation and personalized care planning
  • Educate patients, families and facilities on hospice philosophy
  • Strong clinical judgement and attention to detail
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Wound management
  • End-of-life care coordination
  • Medication administration
  • Excellent communication
  • EMR updating

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Analyze patient record to provide knowledge-based care
  • Vast knowledge of disease processes and relating care
  • Proficient in various EMR systems
  • Openly communicates with various providers with patient best interest in mind.
  • Comply with state licensure requirements
  • Demonstrates ability to work in a team-oriented environment

Timeline

Hospice Admissions Nurse

St. Croix Hospice
02.2026 - Current

Manager of Clinical Services

St. Croix Hospice
09.2024 - 02.2026

Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager

St. Croix Hospice
03.2023 - 09.2024

Clinical Liaison, RN

Paradigm Health
09.2022 - 02.2023

Registered Nurse Coordinator

Bickford Senior Living
09.2020 - 09.2022

Backup RN Coordinator

Bickford Senior Living
02.2020 - 08.2020

Floor Registered Nurse

Bickford Senior Living
07.2019 - 02.2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College

Dementia Certification -

Bickford Senior Living

Stagen Integral Leadership Program -

Bickford Senior Living