Katy Kiersted
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Medical Surgical RN with a proven track record at Essentia Health-St. Joseph’s Medical Center. Expert in patient assessments and pre-and post-operative care, demonstrating clinical judgment and proficiency in Epic Systems. Excelled in delivering patient-centered care, significantly improving patient outcomes through effective collaboration and education. Charge trained with great communication and leadership skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Surgical RN
Essentia Health- St. Joseph’s Medical Center
Brainerd, USA
05.2023 - Current
- Perform complex patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and adhere to patient treatment plan per physician
- Deliver care to diverse patient populations with 1:6 patient ratios along with maintaining and managing patients database in EMR software
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to analyze patient data, evaluate diagnosis, and implement treatment plans based on symptoms, age and needs
- Charge nurse trained and responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Behavioral Health RN (Contract position)
Maxim Healthcare
Charlotte, USA
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided care for patients who are dealing with severe mental health or behavioral issues in the home/community
- Administered IM injections daily and noted reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications
- Provided education daily regarding all medications delivered and administered
- Completed comprehensive assessments, and assisted in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and severe depression
Long term care RN (Contract position)
Maxim Healthcare
St. Paul, USA
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Responsible for the delivery of patient care on an assisted living floor and memory care floor
- Demonstrated the ability to make clinical judgements in an effective and efficient manner as the RN
- Accurately performed admissions of new residents and daily assessments, overlooked med passers and caregivers, interacted with physicians, and interacted with case managers regarding each resident advocating for their needs
Home Health RN
Haven Home Health
Boca Raton, USA
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked independently in patient’s home delivering high quality care by assessing and charting observations noted of patient’s condition at each visit
- Coordinated with physicians, PT/OT, and other individuals in the patient’s care plan
- Provided education to patient and their families on home health care procedures and strategies
Waitress
Bar Harbor Supper Club
Lake Shore, USA
06.2015 - 08.2021
- Delivered high quality, and friendly service at a 5 star dining restaurant on Gull Lake
- Served multiple tables at a time and simultaneously attended to each tables needs
- Accurately put in orders and worked together with coworkers to exceed guest expectation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota (UND)
Grand Forks, ND05.2021
Minor - Psychology
University of North Dakota (UND)
Grand Forks, NDSkills
- Epic Systems Proficiency
- BLS/CPR
- ACLS and NIHSS
- Patient assessments
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Clinical judgment
- Discharge planning
Campus involvement
- Athlete, University of North Dakota Cross Country/Track and Field Team, 4
- All-Academic Team, University of North Dakota, 3
- Member of the Delta Gamma Sorority, University of North Dakota, 2
Timeline
Medical Surgical RN
Essentia Health- St. Joseph’s Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health RN (Contract position)
Maxim Healthcare
12.2022 - 04.2023
Long term care RN (Contract position)
Maxim Healthcare
06.2022 - 10.2022
Home Health RN
Haven Home Health
10.2021 - 05.2022
Waitress
Bar Harbor Supper Club
06.2015 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota (UND)
Minor - Psychology
University of North Dakota (UND)
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