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KATRINA COTTRELL

Sallisaw,Oklahoma

Summary

Experienced with adaptability in new environments and situations. Deliver expert care for acute and chronic conditions. Excellent charting, Medication administration and training abilities. Capable of managing departments and working closely with doctors and nursing staff to ensure the best quality care of each patient . Never shying away from a task and always eager to learn and continue to improve my skills. I am always up for an adventure and a challenge. Dedicated and focused on the team success with willingness to handle new treatment plans, situations or environments. I am excited for new opportunities and strive to make the best of every situation and I am a reliable person to be counted on. Resourceful RN with 10 years of RN experience, 3 yrs of LPN and 2 years of CNA/HHA, caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. I have worked from the bottom and strived to be a well rounded nurse with experience in all areas to provide better understanding of the job and patients needs. I have In-depth knowledge of emergency care and nursing care techniques and methods. Experience in Trauma II & III, critical access, urgent care, Home Health, Hospice and VA.

I have spent 11 years in Emergency medicine doing Trauma , Team Lead , ER Supervisor and Transfer Coordinator. 5 years in Travel Nursing in ER Trauma. 3 years in Home Health and Hospice with the last 1 1/2 being Director of Home Health and Hospice.My last was a start up position as nursing manager in the VA system. I have always carried a PRN job and not afraid of work .

I am a certified Fire Fighter for the Brushy Fire Dept and serve as the Medical Lieutenant and Volunteer working to assist my community with Hazmat certification. I am involved with our local Hospital with HICS as medical unit Leader and also involved with Indian Capital Votech on the PN Advisory committee for the Nursing Program and the HHA advisory committee.

My community is very important to me and I strive to do my part to help with improvements and involvement.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Manager

VA
Sallisaw, Ok
03.2025 - 11.2025
  • Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.

Director

NHSS Home Care and Hospice
Sallisaw, OK
06.2023 - 05.2025
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
  • Oversaw strategic planning and implementation to ensure organizational goals were met.

Travel Registered Nurse

Medical solutions/Gifted
Various assignments
02.2017 - 05.2023
  • Trauma level II
  • Critical care
  • Stability of patient care
  • Pediatric ER
  • Coordination of patient care

PRN Registered ER Nurse

Northeastern Health System
Sallisaw , Ok
05.2025 - Current
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.

Registered Nurse House Supervisor

NorthEastern Sequoyah Health
Sallisaw, OK
09.2013 - 12.2021
  • Transferring patients working with Doctors and other hospitals
  • Managed staffing in multiple departments
  • Prepared patients for and assist with examinations, treatments, and procedures
  • Triage patients and multitasking care of others
  • Work with administration to insure unit efficiency .
  • Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Managed team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants.
  • Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.

Hospice Registered Nurse

Encompass
Sallisaw, OK
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member.
  • Planned hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
  • Created and applied tailored care plans that would meet each patient's individualized needs.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Connors State College
Muskogee Ok
12.2015

License Practical Nurse - Nursing

ICTC
Sallisaw Ok
06.2013

Associate - Allied Health and Science

Carl Albert State College
Sallisaw, OK
05.2012

Skills

  • Director Home Health and Hospice
  • Team Lead
  • ER Supervisor
  • ER Transfer Coordinator
  • House Supervisor
  • Epic EMR
  • Cerner EMR
  • Wellsky EMR
  • Crisis Response
  • First Responder/Certified Fire Fighter
  • Hazmat Awareness Certified
  • CPR/BLS/AED instructor
  • HICS Medical Unit Leader

Certifications

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • TNCC
  • NHISS
  • Oklahoma RN Compact
  • Nevada RN
  • FF1

Job Profiles

  • Director HH and Hospice
  • Transfer Coordinator
  • Preceptor
  • Customer Relations
  • Staff management
  • Traveler
  • Critical access
  • Trauma II
  • Trauma III

Timeline

PRN Registered ER Nurse

Northeastern Health System
05.2025 - Current

Nursing Manager

VA
03.2025 - 11.2025

Director

NHSS Home Care and Hospice
06.2023 - 05.2025

Hospice Registered Nurse

Encompass
05.2018 - 09.2018

Travel Registered Nurse

Medical solutions/Gifted
02.2017 - 05.2023

Registered Nurse House Supervisor

NorthEastern Sequoyah Health
09.2013 - 12.2021

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Connors State College

License Practical Nurse - Nursing

ICTC

Associate - Allied Health and Science

Carl Albert State College
KATRINA COTTRELL