Katherine Tina Panich Edson
Camano Island,USA
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with experience in women’s health, encompassing areas such as birth control, pregnancy care, IUI, hormone replacement therapy, and menopause symptom management. Assisting and providing care and recommendations for postoperative patients and triaging obstetrical patients. Demonstrates a culturally sensitive and patient-centered approach, effectively coordinating referrals and delivering high-quality care. Committed to contributing to a collaborative multidisciplinary team focused on enhancing patient outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Triage OB/Registered Nurse, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Island Hospital
Anacortes, WA
08.2023 - Current
- Documented services discussed and provided details in electronic medical records.
- Referred callers needing additional information or services to appropriate community resources.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Reviewed medical chart and requested appointments, prescriptions and consultations for urgent needs.
- Cultivated professional conduct operating under triage nursing care guidelines.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Responded promptly and professionally to incoming calls from patients seeking medical advice or assistance.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding patient conditions and concerns.
Director/Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor
Everett Public Schools - Community Resource Center
Everett, WA
07.2020 - Current
- Represented the organization at industry events, conferences, and public meetings.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for materials or services.
- Created and maintained an environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student behavior.
- Boosted student learning by facilitating in-depth classroom discussions to expand upon lectures.
- Facilitated student success and academic growth new curriculum implementation.
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
- Provided instruction on nursing concepts and practices to students in a classroom setting.
- Evaluated student's competency based upon laboratory simulations and clinical experiences.
Registered Nurse- Labor and Delivery/Postpartum
Island Hospital
Anacortes, WA
08.2016 - 08.2023
- Assisted physicians during deliveries, including vaginal and cesarean sections.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Conducted initial assessments of laboring patients, determining stage and progression of labor.
- Educated parents on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum recovery.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
Registered Nurse- Postpartum
Cascade Valley Hospital & Clinics
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Providing care and education to the postpartum family in a smaller/intimate setting
- Care, monitoring, medication administration for neonates suffering from substance withdrawal
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Assisted with discharge planning for mother and baby pairings upon completion of hospital stay.
Registered Nurse- Postpartum
Providence-Everett Regional Medical Center
08.2013 - 04.2015
- Monitoring post delivery/post caesarean section patients for complications, assisting with physical care of mother and newborn
- Experience with glucose monitoring, Neonatal Abstinence Scoring of newborns
- Providing ongoing education in preparation for discharge with newborn
- Breastfeeding advocate, assisting with education and positioning
Registered Nurse- Acute Care, Float Pool –Nights
Providence- Everett Regional Medical Center
01.2013 - 08.2013
- Trained and skilled in a variety of medical/surgical units those include, orthopedics, cardiac telemetry, rehabilitation, renal, neuroscience, and behavioral health
- EPIC/Meditech Trained
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, treatments, and education to patients and families.
- Adhered strictly to organizational policies and procedures governing patient rights and privacy laws.
- Managed multiple tasks efficiently while providing safe patient centered care.
Registered Nurse- Medicine & Transitional Care
Peace Arch Hospital
White Rock, Canada
04.2011 - 01.2013
- Responsible for admission and discharge procedures of patients on unit
- Provided, coordinated and documented care for patients, communicated with multidisciplinary team for optimal care of patient in hospital and after discharge
- Administers medications, provides wound care, and appropriately delegates to tasks to other members of the team for efficient team nursing
- Excels in end of life care, including communicating and providing emotional support to family members
- Responsible for reviewing lab work and reporting to physicians when necessary
Registered Nurse- Surgical Float Pool
Victoria General Hospital
Victoria, Canada
02.2008 - 04.2011
- Covered orthopedic, neuroscience, gynecology/urology and general surgery floors
- Effectively prioritized patient care
- Responsible for assessment, developing care plans, providing personal care, monitoring surgical sites and providing appropriate wound care
- Pre-operative and post-operative teaching/education
- Experience with VAC dressings, chest tubes, trachs, Perc drains, Jackson Pratt drains, t-tubes, ostomies and bladder irrigation catheters
- Quick and thorough with pain assessment and management of medications, PCAs and epidurals to keep patients comfortable post-operatively
Registered Nurse- Medical Float Pool
Victoria General Hospital
Victoria, Canada
03.2006 - 02.2008
- Responsible for admission, assessments, and helping patient meet discharge criteria by working with members of the multidisciplinary team
- Administered medications and provided wound care as indicated
- Educated in Geriatric nursing, safety and medication considerations for generation
- Carried IV pager after hours for entire hospital
- Responsible for initiating IV’s for deteriorating patients, those receiving emergent blood transfusions and medications
Registered Nurse- Medical Gastroenterology & Psychiatry
Royal Jubilee Hospital
Victoria, Canada
01.2006 - 04.2006
- Provided care to patients with acute and chronic GI disturbances
- Responsible for admission and discharge teaching, administering medications, personal care, ambulation and delegation
- Worked casually on the open floor psychiatry units with patients suffering from schizophrenia, bipolar, OCD and depressive disorders
- Administered medications, built trusting relationships with patients
Undergraduate & Registered Nurse- Medical Oncology
Royal Jubilee Hospital
Victoria, Canada
03.2004 - 09.2005
- Worked with patients 18+ and families suffering from a variety of cancers, post-radiation and chemotherapy side-effects
- Provided care to patients dealing with end of life issues in a caring and nurturing manner
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada05.2005
Skills
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Patient counseling
- Breastfeeding education
- Medical office administration
Certification
- British Columbia Licensed RN, College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia, 05/01/05
- Washington State Department of Health RN License
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
References
Available at your request
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Triage OB/Registered Nurse, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Island Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Director/Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor
Everett Public Schools - Community Resource Center
07.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse- Labor and Delivery/Postpartum
Island Hospital
08.2016 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse- Postpartum
Cascade Valley Hospital & Clinics
01.2016 - 10.2017
Registered Nurse- Postpartum
Providence-Everett Regional Medical Center
08.2013 - 04.2015
Registered Nurse- Acute Care, Float Pool –Nights
Providence- Everett Regional Medical Center
01.2013 - 08.2013
Registered Nurse- Medicine & Transitional Care
Peace Arch Hospital
04.2011 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse- Surgical Float Pool
Victoria General Hospital
02.2008 - 04.2011
Registered Nurse- Medical Float Pool
Victoria General Hospital
03.2006 - 02.2008
Registered Nurse- Medical Gastroenterology & Psychiatry
Royal Jubilee Hospital
01.2006 - 04.2006
Undergraduate & Registered Nurse- Medical Oncology
Royal Jubilee Hospital
03.2004 - 09.2005
- British Columbia Licensed RN, College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia, 05/01/05
- Washington State Department of Health RN License
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Victoria
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