Kaitlin Krout
Fort Washington
Summary
Registered Nurse in PA #RN708420
A dedicated RN with experience in bedside patient care and completion of a nurse residency program. Certified in ACLS/BLS and NIH Stroke Scale. Recognized for excellent patient care as a two-time Daisy Award Nominee.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
General Healthcare Resources Inc.
10.2021 - Current
- Adapted in my role as an agency nurse, transitioning seamlessly to each new unit, and building sincere professional relationships with coworkers while maintaining the highest quality of care for my patients.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate nursing care that addressed physical and emotional needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new graduate nurses, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse (Tower Select Critical Care Float MICU/Telemetry)
Chestnut Hill Hospital
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Provided compassionate care for critically ill individuals suffering from debilitating conditions such as sepsis and Covid-19.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Evaluated patients on continuous cardiac monitors, arterial lines and central venous pressure (CVP).
- Titrated critical medications such as pressor support, sedatives, paralytics and insulin drips.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures such as central line placement and bedside wound debridement ensuring the patient remains as safe and comfortable as possible while monitoring their vital signs.
Registered Nurse (Telemetry/Stroke Unit)
Chestnut Hill Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Assessed stroke patients and performed the NIH stroke scale test.
- Frequently monitored cardiac rhythms for any acute changes and performed EKG’s.
- Titrated cardiac medications such as Cardizem, Nitroglycerin and Amiodarone while monitoring patient’s response to new medications.
- Acted as charge nurse to provide support to my coworkers and aid in resolving any issues or concerns that were presented.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
La Salle University School of Nursing and Health Science
Philadelphia, Pa05.2018
Skills
- Communication
- Medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team Player
Timeline
Registered Nurse
General Healthcare Resources Inc.
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse (Tower Select Critical Care Float MICU/Telemetry)
Chestnut Hill Hospital
08.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse (Telemetry/Stroke Unit)
Chestnut Hill Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
La Salle University School of Nursing and Health Science