Katrina W. Email & Phone Number

Pensacola, Fl, Us

Pensacola, Florida, United States

Pensacola, Florida, United States

Pensacola, Florida, United States

ShandsCair Neo4

Nicu Main

Provides exceptional, life-saving care in nationally recognized, Magnet designated, 60-bed, Level IV NICU- Communicates and collaborates with all members of patient health care team to coordinate and ensure optimal care for all patients- Assists medical team with procedures such as intubations, line placement, chest tube placement, and bedside operations- Experience providing care to patients from 23-weeks gestation and greater- Monitors patients on various types of ventilator support via tracheostomy and oral or nasal intubation; HFOV, SIMV, NIMV, CPAP, HFNC, NC; iNo, Heliox - Cares for and monitors patients receiving central and peripheral line therapies; UAC, UVC, PAL, PICC, Broviac, Femoral- Safely administers medications and blood products- Manages patients undergoing double exchange transfusion therapy- Cares for and monitors patients with drains, ostomies (to include nephrostomy and pyelostomy), peritoneal dialysis catheters, transthoracic lines, and other surgical GI/GU interventions- Performs dressing changes and wound care management for patients with pressure ulcer, omphalocele, meningocele, gastroschisis, distractors- Starts IV’s; completes blood draws with heel puncture or butterfly- Administers feedings through NG/OG/NG/GT/G-JT; places and maintains NG/OG/NJ tubes- Documents and monitors intake and output of patients; performs straight catheterization and Foley catheter placement- Advocates for and encourages infant/parent bonding through developmental and kangaroo care as medically appropriate; supports, comforts, and educates families - Proficient in EPIC electronic medical record software

Yuma, Az

Yuma Regional Medical Center's 20-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. 20-bed, level III NICU – program included robust rotations in postpartum care, pediatrics, and adult cardiologyUniquely trained in NIDCAP (Newborn Individualized Developmental Care and Assessment Program) accredited NICU; received extensive training in neonatal developmental care• Experienced in caring for patients on ventilator support, CPAP, HFNC, and NC• Skilled in caring for patients with central lines (UAC, UVC, PICC), administering IV therapy and medications, performing sterile line changes, and assisting in central line placement procedure • Competent in starting IV’s, inserting NG/OG tubes, and changing dressings• Provides nutritional assessment, specialized feedings, and arterial/intravenous therapy• Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used in patient care, such as isolettes and ventilators • Prepares, administers, and records prescribed medications safely• Monitors vital signs, and initiates corrective action when needed; communicates patient’s condition to care team• Assists treating physician during examination, treatment, and procedures – which can include life-saving situations• Consults and coordinates care with health care team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans• Cares for infants transitioning to extra-uterine life by providing age, and culturally appropriate care• Instructs and educates patient’s family, and participates in discharge planning• Records all care information concisely, accurately, and completely in a timely manner• Collaborates with developmental care team, speech language pathology, and occupational therapy in providing optimal care for patientsAs a part of YRMC's RN Residency Program, I have also been cross-trained in Labor & Delivery/Post Partum, Pediatrics, and Adult Cardiac & Medical/Surgical units.Proficient in EPIC electronic medical record software.

- I administered influenza vaccinations to children aged 6 months to 18 years in an RN led clinic- I managed a medical assistant and patient service representative in a fast-paced environment- Responsible for providing age and culturally appropriate education to patients and families regarding the influenza vaccination

San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter

Assisted with blood drives & NHCP as a registered nurse

Camp Pendleton, Ca

APU/Outpatient Surgery; ARC Volunteer RN

Club volleyball

Taught little kids how to play various sports. Encouraged positive attitude and self-esteem.

Accelerated Bsn, Nursing

Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Bs, Psycholgoy

Activities and Societies: Minor in Leadership Studies. 4 year member of the Bradley University Varsity Volleyball team (recipient of full.