Katy Ball
Kent,WA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with a proven track record at MultiCare Health, excelling in medication administration and patient assessments. Leveraging strong clinical judgment, I enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and collaborative care, ensuring holistic support for patients with complex needs. Dedicated to improving patient satisfaction and safety in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
MultiCare Health
12.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
St Elizabeth Hospital, CHI
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05-2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
Timeline
Registered Nurse
MultiCare Health
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
St Elizabeth Hospital, CHI
10.2019 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University
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