Kate Collins
Hanover
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in electronic health records, patient education, pre-surgery evaluation and medical surgical nursing. Proven ability to train staff and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and care standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Pre Surgery Evaluation
South Shore Health
Norwell
07.2016 - Current
- Educated patients and families on health management and pre-surgery instructions.
- Assisted in the management of electronic health records for accurate documentation.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during care processes.
- Trained new nursing staff on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care standards.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, anesthesia and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
South Shore Health
Weymouth
03.2009 - 07.2016
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Provided education and support to patients and families regarding health conditions.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records accurately and timely.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient needs and adjust care accordingly.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Conducted assessments upon admission of new patients in order to develop an individualized plan of care.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Milton Hospital
Milton
02.2008 - 03.2009
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans and protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and responses accurately in records.
- Performed nursing assessments of new admissions and discharged patients.
- Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient care needs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal outcomes for each patient.
- Reviewed and documented patient medical history and current conditions or complaints.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laboure College
Boston, MA01-2007
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Pre-surgery education
- Clinical assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient care management
Affiliations
- A few of my favorite activities are reading, running and making gift baskets. I just ran my first Falmouth Road Race and have recently started my own small business via social media making gift baskets.
Accomplishments
- I was honored to be chosen to represent my department at a conference for positive work place environment. I was picked due to my positive attitude and leadership skills.
Certification
- Registered Nurse License
- Basic Life Support Certificaiton
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Pre Surgery Evaluation
South Shore Health
07.2016 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
South Shore Health
03.2009 - 07.2016
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Milton Hospital
02.2008 - 03.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
Laboure College
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