Catherine Bowen
Dickson,TN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Vanderbilt Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and strong clinical judgment. Adept at leading nursing staff and fostering teamwork, ensuring high-quality care in critical situations. Committed to patient education and safety.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
08.2007 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering informed decision-making.
- Oversaw nursing staff performance, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance skills.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety and care standards across units.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate care effectively.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, driving improvements in clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
Western Arizona Medical Center
01.2003 - 07.2007
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- 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.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Registered Nurse
Kingman Regional Medical Center
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
Central Vermont Medical
05.2000 - 12.2000
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, assessing patient conditions and responding to changes promptly.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance quality of care and ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Conducted thorough assessments, documenting findings accurately to inform ongoing treatment decisions and interventions.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Norwich University
Northfield, VT05-2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy care
- Lab result interpretation
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Procedure preparations
- Staff supervision
- Chest pain management
- Cardiac care
- Removing sutures
- Seizure management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
08.2007 - Current
Registered Nurse
Western Arizona Medical Center
01.2003 - 07.2007
Registered Nurse
Kingman Regional Medical Center
01.2001 - 01.2003
Registered Nurse
Central Vermont Medical
05.2000 - 12.2000
Associate of Science - Nursing
Norwich University
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