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Kylie Wetherbee

Berwick,PA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse NICU Level IV

Geisinger Medical Center
09.2019 - Current
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
  • Promoted early intervention strategies by identifying developmental delays or other concerns during routine assessments of NICU patients.

NICU Staff Registered Nurse

PennHighlands Healthcare
07.2018 - 09.2019
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with advancements in neonatal nursing care.
  • Educated families on proper neonatal care techniques, fostering a supportive and informative environment.
  • Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, building trusting relationships that facilitated open communication.
  • Provided targeted care and treatment to level III patients.

Registered Nurse, PCU

PennHighlands Healthcare
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Promoted a positive work environment within the PCU team through collaboration, mutual respect, and proactive problem-solving approaches.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Served as a strong advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring their preferences were respected in all aspects of their healthcare experience.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

American Sentinel University
Aurora, CO
04.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of Pittsburgh - Bradford
Bradford, PA
04.2017

Johnsonburg Area High School
Johnsonburg, PA
06.2014

Skills

  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Precepting
  • Documentation
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Routine Examinations
  • Breastfeeding education
  • EMR Systems
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Critical Thinking
  • Unit Oversight

Certification

BLS

NRP

STABLE Course

Timeline

Registered Nurse NICU Level IV

Geisinger Medical Center
09.2019 - Current

NICU Staff Registered Nurse

PennHighlands Healthcare
07.2018 - 09.2019

Registered Nurse, PCU

PennHighlands Healthcare
07.2017 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

American Sentinel University

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of Pittsburgh - Bradford

Johnsonburg Area High School
Kylie Wetherbee