Lowell Kratz
McKinney,Texas
Summary
Accomplished and results-driven professional with a strong background in patient care, problem solving, critical thinking, and patient advocacy. Demonstrated success in managing and leading highly productive teams, building effective strategies for success. Thrives on taking on challenges in the clinical environment and consistently delivering extraordinary results. Possesses exceptional skills in patient assessment and prioritizing problems based on acuity and patient presentation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated the daily operations of a 48-bed medical-surgical unit, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to hospital policies.
- Managed staff schedules, assignments, and time-off requests to maintain adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
- Oversaw patient care delivery, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess patient conditions, address concerns, and ensure patient satisfaction.
- Implemented and monitored Hospital Acquired Pressure Injuries practices, increasing awareness among staff and lowering unit injury rate.
Unit Based Educator
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Coordinated education for 32 bed medical oncology and 16 bed surgical oncology units
- Facilitated training for new hires through orientation process
- Developed curriculum for successful transition onboarding to independent practice in the respective units
- Coordinated and facilitated education for nurse residents
- Including assisting in scheduling, monitoring progression, liaison with preceptors, conducting training and skills check offs, and preceptor
- Conduct 'Just in Time' training on new products, processes and procedures
- Audit hospital committees to ascertain education opportunities
- Assess for education gaps on unit(s) and use Evidence Based Practice models to bridge gaps
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center
01.2017 - 05.2022
- Provided patient care for 16 bed medical/surgical oncology unit with 5:1 patient ratio
- Performed shift assessments and ongoing monitoring of patient, notifying provider of deviation of baseline
- Cited for 'Great Catch' for observation of patient condition
- Monitored and assessed EKG on telemetry patients
- Established and implemented daily plan of care for each patient under care, individualized to each condition
- Coordinated and delegated care to PCT within their scope of practice
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
11.2017 - 05.2021
- Provide patient care for 32 bed medical/surgical oncology unit with 4:1 patient ratio
- Two-time Gold PACT Honoree for outstanding patient care as reported by patients
- Two-time unit MVP as recognized by fellow staff for outstanding teamwork and leadership
- Chemotherapy and immunotherapy certified
- Co-Chair of United Based Council
- Skin Committee member; Quarterly Skin Round team lead
Patient Care Technician
08.2013 - 01.2017
- Worked under supervision of RN and charge RN on Medical/Surgical Telemetry Unit, reporting any changes in patient condition
- Assisted in care of 10-11 patients on day shift and 16 patients on night shift
- Tasked performed included taking vital signs, assisting patients with ambulation to bathroom or bedside commode, bathing and hygiene, and ADLs
- Awarded Service Excellence and hospital Employee of the Month
Marketing Specialist/Consultant
Patterson & Associates
05.2013 - 12.2016
- Identify and developing specific marketing plans to the oil and gas vertical markets as well as technology sector vertical markets
- Create marketing campaigns reaching the key decision makers, developing message and effectively delivering successful results
- Developed online marketing campaigns as well as effective direct mail campaigns resulting in close rates 100% above industry standards
Sales Consultant
Multiview, Inc.
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Responsible for training and development of Inside Sales Professionals
- Developed curriculum for on-boarding, basic sales skills training, advanced sales skills training, and continuing education of over 100 Inside Sales Professionals
- Responsible for presenting skill model to both new hires and veteran sales staff
Senior Business Advisor
Generational Equity
07.2010 - 06.2011
- Outbound calling nationwide with some international calling to business owners identifying prospective candidates to attend company sponsored Business Owners Briefing discussing strategic exit planning techniques
- Performed consistently over 100% of expected daily performance platforms
- Advise business owners in all areas of stock or asset sales, mergers, or divestitures
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Executive Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH11-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler, Texas12.2016
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Classroom management
- Medication and IV administration
- Team leadership
- Team leadership & development
- Operations management
- CPR certification
- Clinical assessment
- Integrity and honesty
- Customer service management
- Strong clinical judgment
- Mentoring and coaching
- Basic life support
- MS office
- Planning and execution
Certification
- ACLS/BLS For Health Care Providers (CPR & AED), 12/26
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Unit Based Educator
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
05.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
11.2017 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center
01.2017 - 05.2022
Patient Care Technician
08.2013 - 01.2017
Marketing Specialist/Consultant
Patterson & Associates
05.2013 - 12.2016
Sales Consultant
Multiview, Inc.
08.2011 - 05.2013
Senior Business Advisor
Generational Equity
07.2010 - 06.2011
- BLS For Health Care Providers (CPR & AED), 12/22
- ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate, 04/23
Master of Science - Nursing Executive Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Tyler
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