Zachary Katus
Canonsburg
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with a healthcare team to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Flight Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
01.2024 - Current
- Provided valuable input on emergency medical protocols, assisting in the development of more effective procedures and guidelines for flight nursing practice.
- Streamlined patient transfer processes by coordinating with various hospital personnel and maintaining accurate documentation throughout the transport process.
- Educated patients and their families on the importance of proper follow-up care upon arrival at the receiving facility, ensuring a seamless transition between healthcare providers.
- Reduced response times to emergencies by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time in high-pressure situations.
- Expedited critical care services for patients requiring specialized treatments by swiftly arranging inter-facility transports between hospitals or trauma centers.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics within the flight crew through effective communication and collaboration during high-stakes missions.
- Promoted adherence to aviation safety standards among colleagues by consistently following established guidelines regarding aircraft operations and maintenance procedures.
Prehospital Registered Nurse
Washington Ambulance & Chair EMS
12.2021 - Current
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and prehospital crew.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
09.2020 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recognized critical patient conditions and stabilized patient using evidence based practice.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ruby Memorial Hospital
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Recognized life threatening injuries in the critically ill and injured and administered care to stabilize patients to promote the best possible outcome.
Avionics Electronics Technician
US Navy
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Performed through tests of electrical systems, parts and equipment to check compliance with applicable standards and evaluate malfunctions.
- Recorded maintenance performance in aircraft logbooks and completed other paperwork requirements.
- Completed in-depth visual and manual inspections of electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts and corrected problems using various hand and power tools.
- Repaired or installed new wiring, boxes, antennas and other system pieces.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Installed and maintained navigational aids and automated weather observation systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania Western University
05.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pittsburgh Technical College
Oakdale, PA01.2018
Skills
- Patient Management
- IV Setup
- Case Management
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Patient Care
- Ultrasound Guided IV access trained
- Critical Care
- EMR Systems
- Emergency Procedures
- Trauma patient care
- Emergency patient management
- Airway management
- Critical care nursing
- Intravenous therapy
- Prehospital care
- Advanced life support
- Trauma nursing
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Emergency medical services
- Flight physiology
- Ventilator management
- In-flight medical care
- Emergency medicine
Certification
- Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN)
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
- Prehospital Registered Nurse (PHRN)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification (exp. 2026)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification (exp. 2026)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (exp. 2026)
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course
- Registered Nurse License Pennsylvania - (exp. Oct 2026)
- CFRN - Certified Flight Registered Nurse
- CTRN- Certified Transport Registered Nurse
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Timeline
Registered Flight Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
01.2024 - Current
Prehospital Registered Nurse
Washington Ambulance & Chair EMS
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
09.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ruby Memorial Hospital
04.2018 - 09.2020
Avionics Electronics Technician
US Navy
01.2010 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pittsburgh Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania Western University
Education and Training
other,other
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