Katrina Vantrease
Gallatin
Summary
Dedicated RN with expertise in infection control and patient safety. Proven ability to develop individualized treatment plans and collaborate effectively within healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
RN/Wound Care Nurse/Infection Preventionist
Waters of Gallatin
Gallatin
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment adhering to infection control standards.
RN Staff Nurse
Centerstone Behavioral Health
madison
01.2025 - 02.2026
- Implemented strict safety measures by verifying medication dosages before administration to enhance patient safety.
- Assisted in crisis intervention to ensure patient safety and stability.
- Provided education to patients and families on treatment options and coping strategies to support informed decision-making.
- Performed health assessments and documented findings in electronic health records to ensure accurate patient information.
Registered Nurse
St Thomas Midtown
Nashville
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow-up appointments or referrals for additional services.
RN-pacu
Sumner Regional Medical
Gallatin
03.2021 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure smooth patient transitions from OR to PACU.
- Monitored patient vitals post-anesthesia in a fast-paced recovery unit.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by attending physicians.
- Educated patients and families on recovery processes and post-operative care requirements.
RN FUll TIme/Part time/PRN Nurse
vanderbilt university medical center
Nashville
09.1996 - 09.2022
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies and procedures to maintain high standards.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for effective communication.
RN/ER/PSY MED SURG/MULT Clinics
VA Hospital
Nashville
11.2013 - 06.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Provided direct patient care in various clinical settings.
RN/Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
Nashville Health Dept
Nashville
03.2013 - 12.2013
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
RN float pool
Ascension St Thomas
Nashville
06.2011 - 06.2012
- Administered medications and treatments to ensure patient adherence to physician prescriptions.
- Educated patients and families to enhance understanding of health management and recovery processes.
- Trained new staff to uphold nursing care standards and improve team readiness.
RN MED SURG/PP/ER
NorthCrest Medical Center
Springfield
01.2006 - 08.2011
- Provided direct patient care in emergency and critical settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient treatment plans.
LPN/RN
Sumner Regional Medical
Gallatin
06.1980 - 09.1996
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported significant changes to the nursing team.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Ky University
Bowling Green, KY01-1991
Skills
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Crisis intervention
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Professional bedside manner
- Procedure preparations
- Wound care management
- Mental health nursing
- Inpatient and outpatient care
Timeline
RN/Wound Care Nurse/Infection Preventionist
Waters of Gallatin
01.2026 - 06.2026
RN Staff Nurse
Centerstone Behavioral Health
01.2025 - 02.2026
Registered Nurse
St Thomas Midtown
01.2024 - 01.2025
RN-pacu
Sumner Regional Medical
03.2021 - 01.2024
RN/ER/PSY MED SURG/MULT Clinics
VA Hospital
11.2013 - 06.2018
RN/Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
Nashville Health Dept
03.2013 - 12.2013
RN float pool
Ascension St Thomas
06.2011 - 06.2012
RN MED SURG/PP/ER
NorthCrest Medical Center
01.2006 - 08.2011
RN FUll TIme/Part time/PRN Nurse
vanderbilt university medical center
09.1996 - 09.2022
LPN/RN
Sumner Regional Medical
06.1980 - 09.1996
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Ky University