Catherine Peterson
Charlottesville
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability. Looking to implement skills learned through New Graduate Residency Program into higher level of clinical care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UVA Health
09.2023 - 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.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
New Graduate Residency Program
UVA Health
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Participation in 12 month residency program that focused on leadership, patient outcomes, and the professional role of the nurse
- Attended monthly classes featuring evidence-based content essential to developing clinicians, peer discussion about transition-to-practice issues, and presentations by UVA content experts to expand clinical knowledge
STUDENT NURSE
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
- Clinical experience in the following settings: Neuro and Ortho Medical/Surgical, General Medical/Surgical, Pediatrics, Labor and Delivery, NICU, Newborn Observation Unit, Pediatric Clinic, PACU, Cardiac Medical/Surgical Telemetry, ED, STICU, MICU
- Directly responsible for implementation of interventions for each patient according to care plan and physicians' instructions
- Collaborate with nurse preceptors and interdisciplinary team to achieve quality patient outcome goals
- Continually improve knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs
- Update patient charts with data such as medications and assessments to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Build rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems
- Utilize resources and EMR to become familiar with condition presentation and treatment protocols
FAMILY NANNY
Private Client
01.2017 - 08.2023
- Build positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth
- Organize different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development
- Facilitate relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments
- Nurtured strong relationships with both parents and children based on trust, respect, empathy, and open communication lines.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC05.2023
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
Licensure
Registered Nurse - #0001323583
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UVA Health
09.2023 - Current
New Graduate Residency Program
UVA Health
09.2023 - 09.2024
STUDENT NURSE
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
FAMILY NANNY
Private Client
01.2017 - 08.2023
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Associate Degree - Nursing
Cape Fear Community College
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