Kerry Latka
Saint Augustine
Summary
Acute care nurse practitioner with extensive experience in patient assessment, care planning, and diagnostic testing. Skilled in managing complex cases and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Pulmonary Associates of Saint Augustine
Saint Augustine
01.2014 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments and developed comprehensive care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient treatment strategies.
- Managed complex cases in acute care settings to improve patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on chronic disease management, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed diagnostic tests and interpreted results to guide treatment decisions.
- Oversaw medication management, ensuring appropriate prescriptions and dosages were administered.
- Provided mentorship to junior staff, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, enhancing care delivery processes and patient satisfaction.
- Ordered diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds, MRIs, and lab work for diagnosis and treatment.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Flagler Hospital
Saint Augustine
10.2000 - 12.2013
- Administered critical care treatments and medications to stabilize patients.
- Monitored patient recovery and vital signs post-anesthesia in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate safe transitions for patients from operating rooms to recovery.
- Prepared patients for interventional procedures and anesthesia administration to ensure safety and readiness.
- Monitored vital signs during and after procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with radiologists to assist in complex imaging and interventions.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-procedure care to enhance understanding and compliance.
Education
MSN - Nursing
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL12-2008
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Medication management
- Diagnostic testing
- Diagnostic interpretation
- Ventilator management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Intubation
- Thoracentesis
- Central line insertion
- Temporary hemodialysis line insertion
Certification
Florida Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - APRN 9173044
Timeline
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Pulmonary Associates of Saint Augustine
01.2014 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Flagler Hospital
10.2000 - 12.2013
MSN - Nursing
University of Florida