Kourtney Austin
Lady Lake,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in patient education, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to advocating for patient rights and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and infection control standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UF Health
The Villages, Florida
12.2024 - Current
- Educated patients and families on health management and care plans, enhancing understanding and adherence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care, ensuring comprehensive support and improved outcomes.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and communication.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting their rights, values, and beliefs, fostering a compassionate care environment.
Student Nurse
Taylor College
Ocala, Florida
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Supported patients in daily living activities and personal care, enhancing comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Facilitated setup and operation of medical equipment, ensuring readiness for patient assessments.
Medication Technician
Buffalo Crossing ALF
Oxford, Florida
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Ensured that all prescribed medications were taken as ordered by the physician.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration to ensure proper patient care.
- Observed and reported changes in patient condition or behavior related to medications to support timely interventions.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications.
- Ensured compliance with safety and sanitation regulations to protect resident health.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Taylor College
Ocala, FL12-2024
Skills
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Infection control
- Patient advocacy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Electronic health records
- Problem solving
- Hospice and palliative care
- Geriatric treatment
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UF Health
12.2024 - Current
Student Nurse
Taylor College
01.2023 - 12.2024
Medication Technician
Buffalo Crossing ALF
09.2022 - 12.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Taylor College