Kora Mullvain
Bremerton
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with over 20 years of diverse experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Emergency Department Technician, specializing in critical care environments. Expertise in splinting, wound care, and catheterization effectively supports high-pressure situations in the ICU and ER. Proven leadership as a weekend charge nurse at Port Orchard Urgent Care demonstrates the ability to manage patient flow and coordinate team efforts seamlessly. A steadfast commitment to delivering exceptional patient care drives continuous advancement in clinical knowledge through ongoing education and active participation in unit councils, including representation at the ANCC convention for the Pathway to Excellence award.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Micheal's Medical Center
Float Pool Silverdale, WA
08.2020 - Current
- As an admission and discharge nurse, in the float team, I was in a flexible role that floated to all units, supporting SWAT, the VAT team as the second nurse for sterile procedures such as PICC line insertion, ensuring timeouts were completed and sterile field maintained.
- Supported bedside nurses by assisting with admissions and discharges, and assisting with follow-up appointments, clarifying next dose for patients, clarifying diet orders, and activity level, ensuring next steps are easy to read and information updated on the after visit summary was easy to understand
- Provided comprehensive patient care by performing treatments and procedures within scope of practice, including IV starts and Foley catheter insertions.
- Managed patient admission and discharge processes within electronic medical record (Epic) system.
- Executed service rescue operations to bolster community safety and deliver essential support during emergencies.
- Coordinated support for physicians during examinations and scans, focusing on maintaining sterile environments and optimizing diagnostic outcomes.
- Analyzed emergency situations efficiently to facilitate timely code implementation.
- Collaborated with BLS and ACLS teams to refine and uphold essential life-saving protocols and procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Micheal's Medical Center
8th Floor Medical Surgical Silverdale, WA
05.2014 - 2020
- Monitored blood sugar levels of diabetic patients according to sliding scale. Assisted with daily tracking of wound care admissions and discharges. Supported coordination of care to facilitate timely patient discharges. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Followed safety protocols and best practices in patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments while adhering to established guidelines to maintain patient safety.
- Provided comprehensive guidance to patients and families, ensuring clarity in care plans and post-discharge protocols.
- Monitored and logged patient health status alterations in electronic medical record systems to support effective care management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
(Harrison Medical Center)St. Micheal's Medical Center
Urgent Care, Port Orchard, WA
03.2012 - 05.2014
- Assessed and prioritized patient cases based on presentation and vital signs for effective triage.
- Care for Patients, family members, wounds, provide treatments as ordered and perform procedures in my scope of practice such as but not limited to: IV starts with and without ultrasound guidance average (2-8 IV starts per shift), Foley catheter insertion, placement of NGs, trouble shooting wound-vacs.
- Admitting and discharging patients in Electronic Medical Record (Epic)
- Active in Service rescue.
- Support physicians during examinations and scans to assist with both sterile and diagnostic procedures.
- Responsive to emergency's and quick to assess appropriate code initiation.
- Comfortable as BLS or ACLS team member
CNA/ICU Technician/ER Technician
(Harrison Medical Center) Saint Micheal's Medical Center
Float Pool, IUC,ER Bremerton, WA
08.2003 - 03.2012
- Delivered patient care by monitoring vital signs and responding swiftly to changes in condition.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for equipment handling and patient management workflows.
- Managed patient assistance calls, assessing needs and providing qualified support.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, promptly communicating results to nursing staff or physicians.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs, blood draws, and specimen collection according to established protocols.
- Developed strong rapport with patients'' families through open communication about their loved one''s condition and treatment plan.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies in the ICU by routinely checking stock levels and reordering when necessary.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures for critically ill patients, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Conducted comprehensive diagnostic testing, including urinalysis, gastric occult blood, guaiac, and hCG, to support informed clinical decisions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to promote comfort and well-being. Supported nursing staff in monitoring patient health and reporting changes. Helped maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA06-2026
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA2018
No Degree - LPN Certificate
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA12-2011
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA12-2007
Skills
- Current BLS certification
- BLS teaching experience
- PALS qualification obtained 2015
- ACLS certification 2015, 2026
- Neonatal resuscitation experience
- Safe Sitter instructor 2005-2010
- Neuro Tele Operator
- Experienced fit tester
- Vaccination administration for mass clinics
- Experienced in ultrasound-assisted intravenous access
- Proficient in wound vac operation
- Proficient in challenging foley insertions
- NIH certification
- Kaizen Event participant 2026
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Micheal's Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Micheal's Medical Center
05.2014 - 2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
(Harrison Medical Center)St. Micheal's Medical Center
03.2012 - 05.2014
CNA/ICU Technician/ER Technician
(Harrison Medical Center) Saint Micheal's Medical Center
08.2003 - 03.2012
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Olympic College
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Seattle Pacific University
No Degree - LPN Certificate
Olympic College
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Bates Technical College
Outside of work
I enjoy being in nature, gardening and spending time with family and friends.
Awards
"Great catch" award- 2025
Nominated for Nurse of the year- category (LPN) 2025
Nominated for Nurse of the year- category "Team player"-2024
Missions
Dominican Republic- 2019 Diabetes and Hypertension screening and education with non-for profit mission group called Hispaniola Cares
Jamaica-October 2022 Diabetes and Hypertension screening and education in coordination with "i-care" sponsored by the Sandals Foundation along with Hispaniola Cares.