Katy Garrett RN

PACU

• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Cleveland clinic main campus- Cardiovascular surgery step-down unit.

LVAD certified, charge nurse, open heart surgery stepdown

• Monitored vital signs and health status, swiftly identifying changes requiring immediate intervention.
• Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

Critical care unit

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
• 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.

Float pool

Home health case manager

Home health case manager

• Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
• Conducted assessments and documented clinical findings in electronic health records for accuracy and compliance.
• Advocated for patients' needs, coordinating with healthcare providers to facilitate timely interventions and services.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure ulcers.

MICU/SICU

• 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.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

Med/surg telemetry unit

• Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans addressing diverse patient needs.
• Educated patients and families on treatment plans, enhancing understanding and compliance with healthcare directives, including peritoneal dialysis and Pleurex catheter drainage.
• Implemented infection control protocols, reducing potential risks and promoting a safe environment for patients.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Time management