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KATLIN FARRIS

AURORA,CO

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Center At Lincoln
07.2023 - Current
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Suites Parker
02.2023 - Current
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Medical Center Of Aurora
11.2021 - 07.2023
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Garden Terrace Alzheimer Center
04.2020 - 09.2021
  • 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.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

Certificate - Practical Nursing

Pickens Technical College
Aurora, CO
12.2022

Skills

  • Procedure Explanation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Conditions Reporting
  • Wound Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Nursing Intervention Evaluations
  • HIPAA Protocols
  • Dementia Knowledge and Care
  • EMR Systems
  • Patient Assessments

Certification

  • IV Certified

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Center At Lincoln
07.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

The Suites Parker
02.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Medical Center Of Aurora
11.2021 - 07.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Garden Terrace Alzheimer Center
04.2020 - 09.2021

Certificate - Practical Nursing

Pickens Technical College

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