Kathryn Bates
Mill Hall,Pennsylvania
Summary
Adept Licensed Practical Nurse with a robust background in emergency and critical care, notably at Geisinger Jersey Shore Emergency Room. Excelled in clinical documentation and compassionate care, enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in emergency response and educating families, ensuring high-quality care for up to 25 patients daily.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Jersey Shore Emergency Room
Jersey Shore, PA
07.2023 - Current
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Reviewed laboratory results promptly for accuracy and followed up on abnormal findings with physicians.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
UPMC Susquehanna Surgery Center
Williamsport, PA
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 25 patients per day.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Jersey Shore Acute/Critical Care
Jersey Shore, PA
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Automotive Technician and Service Advisor
Bill MacIntyre Chevrolet & Buick
Lock Haven, PA
11.2014 - 06.2017
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
Education
Practical Nursing -
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology
12.2021
Automotive Technology -
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology
06.2014
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Clinical Documentation
- Samples Collection
- Physical Assessment
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Educating Families
- Inpatient Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Compassionate Care
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse, 01/2022, 06/2024
- PA State Inspection, 03/2014
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certified AHA BLS provider, 02/2022, 02/2024
- NIHSS - National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Jersey Shore Emergency Room
07.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
UPMC Susquehanna Surgery Center
07.2023 - 04.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Jersey Shore Acute/Critical Care
01.2022 - 07.2023
Automotive Technician and Service Advisor
Bill MacIntyre Chevrolet & Buick
11.2014 - 06.2017
Practical Nursing -
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology
Automotive Technology -
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology
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