Tracy Kohout
North Chesterfield ,VA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Medical Solutions
, Virginia
08.2020 - Current
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
, Virginia
08.2020 - Current
- Educated patients and families on managing post-treatment home care needs and medication administration.
- Developed and implemented individual plans of care in collaboration with members of healthcare team to promote patient and family centered care in healing environment.
- Evaluated patient response and modified plan of care accordingly throughout patient stay.
- Used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Mary's/ St.Francis Hospital
, VA
11.2017 - 07.2020
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated patient response and modified plan of care accordingly throughout patient stay.
- Used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Inpatient Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Henrico Doctors Hospital
, VA
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Practice
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VASkills
- IV Administration
- Clear Patient Communication
- Electronic Charting
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Spinal Fusion
- Pharmacologic Intervention
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Intramuscular Injections
- Compassionate and Caring
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Diet and Nutrition
- Patient Examination
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Operational Standards
- Pain Management Techniques
- Monitoring Recovery
- Disease Processes
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Nursing Assignments
- Pain Prevention
- Admissions and Discharge Processes
- Withdrawal Symptoms
- Nasogastric Tube Insertion
- Patient Admission
- PICC Lines
- EPIC EMR
- Unit Oversight
- Privacy Regulations
- Crisis Resolution
- Glucose Testing
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Patient and Family Liaison
- Infection Control Procedures
- Needs Assessment
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Routine Examinations
- IV Insertion
- Delegation and Motivation
- Medical Charts and Records
Certification
BLS
NIHSS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Medical Solutions
08.2020 - Current
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
08.2020 - Current
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Mary's/ St.Francis Hospital
11.2017 - 07.2020
Inpatient Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Henrico Doctors Hospital
01.2017 - 11.2017
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Practice
John Tyler Community College
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