Kerri Kates
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with over 30 years of experience specializing in Critical Care, Cardiac/Peripheral Vascular labs and Interventional Radiology. Proficient in IV therapy, conscious sedation and administration of critical cardiac IV medications with monitoring. Offering clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Beth Israel Deaconess-Plymouth
Plymouth, MA
02.2014 - 02.2024
- Assisted in the care of patients during diagnostic/interventional Cardiac/Peripheral Catheterizations and Electrophysiology procedures in elective, urgent and emergent settings.
- Highly skilled in IV therapy, conscious sedation and management of IV cardiac/critical care medications.
- Expert in recognizing and responding to cardiac arrhythmias and abnormal hemodynamic states.
- Proficient in setting up and monitoring IABP, Impella for critically ill patients.
- Performed fractional flow reserve (FFR), Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), catheter-directed pharmacomechanical thrombolysis (EKOS).
- Rotated Charge Nurse position responsible for patient flow, triaging cases, staff assignments.
- Increased patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment in the Cath Lab, adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Streamlined workflow processes through effective communication and coordination with fellow nurses, physicians, and support staff.
- Participated as part of the oncall STEMI team.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted teamwork within Cardiac Cath Lab unit by sharing expertise, offering assistance when needed, and actively contributing to staff discussions regarding patient care strategies.
- Acted as department representative on Nurse Practice Council.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center
Boston, MA
01.2001 - 02.2014
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic and interventional procedures in the Cardiac, Peripheral, and IR labs ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
- Participated as part of the oncall STEMI team
- Rotated charge nurse
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps
01.2000 - 02.2001
- Provided primary nursing care to critically ill patients in CCU.
- Travel assignments at Mount Auburn Hospital, Tufts and MGH.
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Santa Barbara, CA
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Managed and provided care for critically ill patients.
- Rotated charge nurse position.
Staff Nurse
Sansum Clinic
Santa Barbara, CA
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Primary nurse for General/Vascular surgeon in office and operating room settings.
Staff Nurse
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Santa Barbara, CA
12.1991 - 01.1995
- Provided primary nursing care to patients on the med/surg and telemetry step-down units.
- Rotated charge nurse
Education
Nursing
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CAAssociate of Science - Nursing
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA06.1991
Skills
- Medication Management
- Strong work ethic
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Critical Care Nursing
- Pre-and Post-Procedure Care
- Teaching at bedside
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
- Cardiac Catheterization Expertise
- Compassionate patient care
- Procedure Support
- Physician assistance
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Beth Israel Deaconess-Plymouth
02.2014 - 02.2024
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center
01.2001 - 02.2014
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps
01.2000 - 02.2001
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
01.1997 - 01.2000
Staff Nurse
Sansum Clinic
01.1995 - 01.1997
Staff Nurse
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
12.1991 - 01.1995
Nursing
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Barbara City College