Kathrene S Lewis
Corbin
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
AMN Healthcare
06.2023 - Current
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
RN
AMN (Rhode Island Hospital)
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for clients with mental health disorders.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by initiating regular meetings between nursing staff, psychiatrists, and therapists to discuss client progress and treatment strategies.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment through the use of evidence-based practices in psychiatric nursing care, fostering emotional well-being and recovery for patients.
- Reduced instances of aggressive behaviors among patients by employing crisis intervention techniques and non-violent de-escalation methods.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care for all clients.
- Delivered high-quality client care by conducting thorough assessments, administering medications as prescribed, and providing ongoing monitoring of mental status changes.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the healthcare system by addressing concerns related to confidentiality or treatment options, fostering trust between patients and providers.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate nursing interventions while maintaining professional boundaries essential for ethical practice in behavioral health settings.
- Maintained a high level of clinical competence through ongoing professional development opportunities, including workshops and conferences related to behavioral health nursing.
RN
AMN (St. Vincent)
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
RN Staff Nurse
Baptist Health Corbin
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
RN Staff Nurse
Harlan ARH
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College
Cumberland, KY05.2022
High School Diploma -
Corbin High School
Corbin, KY05.1996
Skills
- EMR Systems
- EPIC Charting
- Cerner Charting
- Meditech Charting
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Discharging
- or and ER Experience
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Women's Health Exams
- Chest Pain Management
- Family Education
- Medication Administration
- Patient Education
- Intravenous Therapy
- Life-Sustaining Machines
- Physical Assessment
- Call Triaging
- Emergency Procedures
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NIHSS - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale
- CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technicician
References
Zachary Davis
Charge RN
Baptist Health Corbin KY
(606) 215-1970
zdacisrn2019@gmail.com
Dinah Jarvis
Charge RN
Baptist Health Corbin KY
(606) 269-8696
Cindy Loughlin
Charge RN
St. Vincent Worcester MA
(508) 868-7417
cindylouten@netscape.net
Jenny Rose
Charge RN
St. Vincent Worcester MA
(508) 363-5000
Haley Vuong
Staff Nurse
St. Vincent Worcester MA
(617) 606-1502
Haley.voung@gmail.com
Timeline
RN
AMN (Rhode Island Hospital)
12.2023 - 03.2024
RN
AMN (St. Vincent)
07.2023 - 10.2023
RN
AMN Healthcare
06.2023 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Baptist Health Corbin
07.2022 - 07.2023
RN Staff Nurse
Harlan ARH
05.2022 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Corbin High School
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