Katelyn Yates
Denver
Summary
Registered nurse with 10 years of experience in medical-surgical settings, specializing in postoperative care for oncology, orthopedic, and neurology patients. Proven track record as a qualified Charge Nurse and preceptor, demonstrating strong leadership capabilities. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective team collaboration and clinical expertise.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse (Acute Care)
Harborview Medical Center
Seattle
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Delivered comprehensive care to neurological and orthopedic trauma patients at Level 1 trauma center.
- Supervised nursing staff as charge nurse, ensuring adherence to patient care protocols.
- Coordinated efficient patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Served as preceptor for new nurses while providing ongoing mentorship.
- Administered and monitored insulin and heparin drips to ensure precise dosage and safety.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Various
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Baptist Health Homestead Hospital (Oct 2021-Jun 2022) Medical-Surgical Unit and COVID Relief float
- Harborview Medical Center (Jul 2022-Jul-2023) Acute Care Unit
- Provided patient care across multiple departments in fast-paced healthcare settings.
- Followed established policies related to performance improvement, attendance, safety and environmental and infection-control guidelines.
Registed Nurse/Charge Nurse (Surgical Oncology)
UPMC Passavant Hospital
McCandless
01.2016 - 09.2021
- Oversaw postoperative management for surgical oncology patients to ensure efficient recovery processes.
- Delivered comprehensive education and support for patients with new ostomies prior to discharge.
- Provided detailed wound care to enhance patient outcomes and accelerate recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA06-2014
Skills
- Postoperative patient care
- Mentoring and training
- Insulin and heparin administration
- Nerve block and PCA management
- CERNER and EPIC proficiency
- Advanced wound care including ostomies
Certification
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG-BC)
- Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania, Washington, and Colorado (in-process)
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse (Acute Care)
Harborview Medical Center
07.2023 - 07.2025
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
10.2021 - 07.2023
Registed Nurse/Charge Nurse (Surgical Oncology)
UPMC Passavant Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duquesne University
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