Katreena Saladino
Las Vegas,NV
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
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse- Case Manager
Silver Hills Health Care Center
04.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families by establishing trust through active listening skills, empathy, and clear explanation of complex medical concepts.
- Improved patient satisfaction through consistent communication and attention to individual concerns and preferences.
- Facilitated seamless communication between healthcare providers, insurance companies, and others involved in a patient's care journey.
- Supported timely discharge by coordinating home healthcare services, equipment acquisition, and follow-up appointments for patients transitioning from facility-based care.
Licensed Practical Nurse- Floor Nurse
Silver Hills Health Care Center
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse- Unit Manager
Soundview Rehabilitation And Healthcare
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Engaged and participated in consults, patient care plan development and patient monitoring.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse- Admissions
Soundview Rehabilitation And Healthcare
04.2018 - 12.2021
- Performed functional assessments for admission
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Interacted professionally with families and provided empathetic support and professional guidance.
- Displayed functional familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance coverage protocols.
- Settled incoming patients into rooms and verified adequacy of medical supplies and treatment equipment.
Floor Licensed Practical Nurse
Soundview Rehabilitation And Healthcare
10.2014 - 02.2018
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Soundview Rehabilitation And Healthcare
05.2012 - 09.2014
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Skagit Valley College
Oak Harbor, WA06.2014
Skills
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Wound Dressing
- Intravenous Medications
- Medication Administration
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient Charting
- Information Compiling and Auditing
- Care Planning and Modifications
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse- Case Manager
Silver Hills Health Care Center
04.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse- Floor Nurse
Silver Hills Health Care Center
01.2022 - 03.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse- Unit Manager
Soundview Rehabilitation And Healthcare
03.2021 - 12.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse- Admissions
Soundview Rehabilitation And Healthcare
04.2018 - 12.2021
Floor Licensed Practical Nurse
Soundview Rehabilitation And Healthcare
10.2014 - 02.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Soundview Rehabilitation And Healthcare
05.2012 - 09.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Skagit Valley College
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