Katura Montgomery-Gainous
Chattahoochee
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse Specialist with extensive experience at Florida State Hospital, excelling in clinical judgment and patient care. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate support and effective communication. Skilled in staff education and quality improvement initiatives, fostering teamwork to optimize health outcomes and reduce hospital-acquired infections.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Specialist
Florida State Hospital
02.2018 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies and self-care management techniques.
- Assisted in reducing hospital-acquired infections by adhering to infection control standards and procedures.
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing safety measures within the facility.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, holistic care tailored to individual needs.
- Reviewed medical records and summarized care.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in medical records.
- Monitored clinical staff performance and provided feedback.
- Facilitated and attended interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care.
- Evaluated patient progress, assessed outcomes and provided follow-up care.
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with healthcare providers.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse Specialist
Sunland Center
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychosocial status to guide clinical decisionmaking.
- Observed and reported on independent medical evaluations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.
- Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
- Monitored and maintained clinical supplies, materials and inventory.
- Facilitated patient and family education and counseling.
- Reviewed patient health status and developed individualized care plans.
- Monitored clinical staff performance and provided feedback.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or relevant research findings to inform their own practice.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Reviewed medical records and summarized care.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in medical records.
- Facilitated and attended interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care.
- Evaluated patient progress, assessed outcomes and provided follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Florida State Hospital
07.2012 - 11.2017
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing coverage, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated clinical competency of nursing staff through direct observation, feedback sessions, and periodic skills assessments.
- Facilitated open communication among team members by conducting regular staff meetings and encouraging feedback from all levels of personnel.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Registered Nurse Specialist
Florida State Hospital
07.2001 - 06.2012
- Administered medications safely and accurately in accordance with established guidelines and policies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills in emergency situations, delivering prompt interventions that saved lives or prevented further complications.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or relevant research findings to inform their own practice.
- Performed diagnostic tests proficiently, interpreting results accurately to inform treatment decisions.
- Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams.
- Developed, implemented and monitored clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies and self-care management techniques.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Reviewed medical records and summarized care.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in medical records.
- Facilitated and attended interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care.
- Evaluated patient progress, assessed outcomes and provided follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Senior Registered Nurse
Florida State Hospital
11.1998 - 06.2001
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families through open communication channels and regular updates on progress made during treatments or procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient interactions, upholding privacy regulations while ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Educated patients on disease management strategies, empowering them to take control of their own health.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Nursing
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FLSkills
- Clinical judgment
- Health promotion
- Mental health care
- Staff education
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Patient care
- Organizational skills
- Direct patient care
- Clinical assessment
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 18 staff members.
Timeline
Registered Nurse Specialist
Florida State Hospital
02.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse Specialist
Sunland Center
12.2017 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Florida State Hospital
07.2012 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse Specialist
Florida State Hospital
07.2001 - 06.2012
Senior Registered Nurse
Florida State Hospital
11.1998 - 06.2001
Nursing
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
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