Kim Cote

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
• Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual's needs.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
• Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
• Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

My experience as a Charge/Treatment Nurse at Borderview entailed Nursing and Skilled Rehabilitation services to patients. As a Registered Nurse in this type of setting provided me with a comprehensive understanding of geriatric and skilled nursing care at different stages of life. In this role, I was responsible for the full spectrum of Registered Nurse duties, including the delivery of skilled rehabilitation services, comprehensive patient assessments, the development and implementation of individualized care plans, and the management of pain. My responsibilities encompassed a wide range of procedures, such as medication administration (including IV medications and enteral feedings via PEG tubes), phlebotomy, PICC line management, wound care, ostomy care, and the provision of CPAP and oxygen therapy. I consistently adhered to established protocols and collaborated effectively with primary care physicians and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and achieve their health goals.

Beyond the technical aspects of nursing, I take pride in my ability to connect with patients and their families, providing education and support throughout their care journey. I've had the privilege of working with a diverse patient population, spanning a wide range of ages and backgrounds. This experience has instilled in me a deep commitment to compassionate and holistic care.

I am actively pursuing opportunities to expand my skillset and professional development. I am particularly interested in obtaining further experience and certifications to further enhance my capabilities and contribute even more effectively to a dynamic healthcare team. I am confident that my experience and dedication would make me a valuable asset to your organization.

• This was my first job as a Registered Nurse; I worked for this nursing facility as a CNA prior to graduation with a BSN degree
• I learned a lot in a short time working as a new Nurse and gained valuable experiences

• I love being a Registered Nurse. Life is precious; an amazing journey. I enjoy being there helping others medically. I am motivated each day learning new tasks and making sure my patients are well taken care of...

• Risk factor identification
• Dispensing medication
• Computer skills
• Building trust and rapport
• Patient-centered care
• Wound care
• Reliable and trustworthy
• People skills
• Psychiatric and Mental Health Care