Katrina Best

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• Delivered empathetic post-operative care to patients transitioning from surgery to recovery while consistently monitoring vital signs and pain levels for optimal comfort management.
• Increased positive outcomes for patients undergoing surgery by promptly identifying potential complications and implementing appropriate interventions.
• Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
• Streamlined the perioperative process for patients by establishing clear lines of communication between interdisciplinary teams.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
• Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
• Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
• Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
• Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.

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Medical Surgical Nurse

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.

Staff Progressive Care Nurse

• Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
• Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
• Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.

Emergency Department Nurse

• Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate assessments of complex medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
• Monitored vital signs closely during emergency situations, rapidly intervening as needed to stabilize patients'' conditions.
• Increased patient safety by promptly identifying and addressing potential hazards within the ED environment.
• Administered medications safely and accurately according to established protocols while monitoring for potential side effects or complications.

Emergency Department Nurse

• Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate assessments of complex medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
• Monitored vital signs closely during emergency situations, rapidly intervening as needed to stabilize patients'' conditions.
• Administered medications safely and accurately according to established protocols while monitoring for potential side effects or complications.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
• Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.

Psychiatric Nursing

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.

Psychiatric Nurse

• Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
• Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
• Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
• Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
• Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
• Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
• Documented clinical observations in electronic medical records, ensuring accuracy while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
• Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
• Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
• Managed caseload of 5-7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.

• Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
• Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
• Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
• Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
• Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
• Advocated for patients'' rights and best interests during treatment team meetings, collaborating effectively with medical professionals from diverse disciplines.
• Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
• Reduced incidents of self-harm by providing appropriate supervision and timely intervention during crisis situations.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.

Psychiatric Nurse

• Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
• Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
• Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
• Demonstrated adaptability by providing coverage in various psychiatric units as needed, maintaining high standards of care across diverse patient populations.

Medical Surgical Nurse

• Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
• Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
• Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
• Managed caseload of 4-5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.