Katrina Miller
Fort Collins
Summary
Dynamic Relief Charge Nurse with extensive experience at UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital, recognized for enhancing nursing workflows and advocating for patient rights. Skilled in medication administration and critical thinking, I excel in training new staff and fostering teamwork, ensuring high-quality, compassionate care while improving patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Relief Charge Nurse
UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Trained Number new nurses on hospital policies and procedures, patient care protocols, medical procedures and patient interventions.
- Identified areas for improvement in nursing workflows through regular observation and feedback from staff members, implementing changes as needed to enhance efficiency.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights and preferences, working closely with families to ensure their voices were heard during care planning discussions.
- Increased nursing staff competency by providing ongoing education and mentoring on evidence-based practices.
Registered Nurse
UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital
10.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- 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.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Banner Health
06.2019 - 08.2020
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing -
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, COAssociate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, CO05.2019
Associate Of General Studies -
Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, CO05.2017
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Unit operations
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Certification
TNCC, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS
Timeline
Relief Charge Nurse
UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital
10.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Banner Health
06.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor Of Nursing -
University of Northern Colorado
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Front Range Community College
Associate Of General Studies -
Front Range Community College
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