Patricia A. Killian

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Cumulative Years of Experience: 32 years
• Travel RN 2000-2016, 2025-Present
• Certifications:
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, STABLE, AWHONN Intermediate and advanced Fetal monitoring, NCC certified Electronic fetal monitoring

• Serve as staff, and charge for patients in the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum units. Experienced in the care of the normal newborn and have staffed a level 2 NICU. Assisted patients and families in coping with fetal demise. Involved in various bereavement committees. Have been active in teaching Breastfeeding and newborn care classes.
• Provided strong support to the MAGNET committee to obtain MAGNET status. Participated in clinical ladder program. Staff development through precepting.
• Provided clinical support and leadership to staff as a Director of a maternal child unit and as clinical supervisor. Scheduling, training, unit development and budget planning is just a sample of duties performed. Extensive knowledge of QA and PI, collecting data and using results to improve processes and revision of policy and procedure that enhance patient care and safety.
• Exhibit motivation and dedication by providing the highest quality of care to each patient and their families using evidence- based models.
• Completion of Crucial Conversations Tools for talking when stakes are high
• Leadership Institute class completion through the Iowa Health Systems