S. Katheryn Vondersmith
Hanover,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable Critical Care Registered Nurse with superior knowledge of pulmonary and critical care treatments, techniques and diagnostic procedures. Adept at providing immediate and individualized care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
VCU Health
09.2023 - Current
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
VCU Health
10.2015 - 09.2023
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing complications related to ventilator use, central line infections, and pressure ulcers.
- Assisted in the development of evidence-based protocols for the management of complex medical conditions, leading to better clinical outcomes.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
Registered Nurse
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Mutual Fund Accounting Specialist
T. Rowe Price Associates
06.2007 - 01.2014
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
Education
Master of Health Administration - Health Administration
Ohio University
Athens, OH12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland - Baltimore
Baltimore, MD07.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD05.2013
BBA - Finance
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05.2007
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Improvement
- Department management
- Clinical Supervision
- Intensive Care Unit Experience
- Chest Tube Management
- Airway Management
Affiliations
- AACN
Certification
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Nurse Manager
VCU Health
09.2023 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
VCU Health
10.2015 - 09.2023
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
09.2014 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2014
Mutual Fund Accounting Specialist
T. Rowe Price Associates
06.2007 - 01.2014
Master of Health Administration - Health Administration
Ohio University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland - Baltimore
Associate of Science - Nursing
The Community College of Baltimore County
BBA - Finance
James Madison University