Katherine Burton
Pendleton
Summary
Energetic, compassionate, and experienced nursing leader interested in providing clinical instruction to nursing students. Through my clinical background and knowledge base I will be able to offer insight and feedback to the growing nurse. I have a positive attitude and love to help others grow. I am proficient in EMR documentation, medication administration, and multidisciplinary collaboration for optimal patient care. I also have an understanding of regulatory medical standards, patient experience initiatives, and quality measures that will help connect our actions to purpose.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Nurse Manager
AnMed
08.2019 - Current
- Assists in the development of new policies and procedures to ensure continuous adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards.
- Promotes a culture of safety and accountability through regular audits, feedback sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Optimized resource allocation by monitoring staff schedules and adjusting assignments based on patient acuity levels.
- Developed a comprehensive staff orientation program, improving nurse competency and confidence in their roles.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team collaboration to optimize patient care plans and ensure timely interventions.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing staff achievements, providing opportunities for growth, and fostering open communication channels among team members.
- Investigate and resolve concerns brought forth by staff, physicians, patients, or family members
- Manage unit budget, supplies, and expenses
- Maintain AACN Beacon Award status through yearly submission of written document establishing unit performance in various categories
ICU Staff Nurse
AnMed
11.2013 - 08.2019
- Designated Charge Nurse overseeing 19-bed critical care unit
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Total care of complex and critically ill patients including maintaining ventilators, titrating continuous IV medications utilized in the critical care setting, proficiency in physical assessment of patients, and intervening in emergent situations
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted in various bedside medical procedures including central line insertions, bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, paracentesis, intubation etc.
- Chaired Nursing Quality Council and helped implement various hospital wide projects through this role
- Chaired and redesigned ICU nurse mentor program to encourage connections among new grad ICU staff and experienced RNs
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Critical Care Staff Nurse
Baptist Easley Hospital
01.2013 - 11.2013
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring optimal treatment strategies and continuity of care.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' responses to interventions, adjusting treatment plans accordingly to ensure positive progress toward goals.
- Managed high-acuity patients on mechanical ventilation, titrating sedation levels according to established protocols for optimal respiratory support.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership & Administration
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University
Clemson, SC08.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC12.2012
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Emergency Management
- Quality Improvement
- Staff Development
- Training, and Mentoring
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- ALS & BLS Certified
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Nurse Executive Board Certification (NE-BC)
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
- Adult Life Support Instructor (ALS Instructor)
Timeline
ICU Nurse Manager
AnMed
08.2019 - Current
ICU Staff Nurse
AnMed
11.2013 - 08.2019
Critical Care Staff Nurse
Baptist Easley Hospital
01.2013 - 11.2013
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership & Administration
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College
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