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Kathryn Zirnsak

Madison Heights

Summary

I am seeking a position in the nursing field that allows me to further my clinical judgement skills and provides me with a challenging environment in which I am constantly learning. I am a reliable and diligent individual, eager to learn and become a positive team player in the interdisciplinary team and patient care environment. I believe that compassion, critical thinking, safety, and dependability are important qualities in both an efficient employee and in the healthcare field.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Neuro Intermediate Care Unit

Centra Health
02.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and maintained/initiated medication drips in an Intermediate Care Unit.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Assisted in the teaching and mentorship of new nursing staff members and nursing students, contributing to a positive environment and high-quality patient care.

Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical-Surgical

Centra Health
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient care areas.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Documented patient progress and communicated effectively with healthcare team.

Childcare Provider

Caterpillar Clubhouse Childcare & Preschool
06.2018 - 07.2024
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to foster cognitive and social development.
  • Maintained a safe, clean, and engaging environment for children through regular inspections and sanitation practices.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress, behavioral issues, and daily activities.
  • Supervised daily schedules, ensuring timely transitions between activities while promoting positive behavior among children.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Centra College Of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA
12-2024

Associate of Science - General Studies

Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA
05-2021

High School Diploma -

Amherst County High School
Amherst, VA
05-2021

Skills

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) certified
  • National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certified
  • RN Preceptor/Validator Certified
  • Initiation/management of IV drip medications
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Professionalism

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Neuro Intermediate Care Unit

Centra Health
02.2025 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical-Surgical

Centra Health
01.2024 - 02.2025

Childcare Provider

Caterpillar Clubhouse Childcare & Preschool
06.2018 - 07.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Centra College Of Nursing

Associate of Science - General Studies

Central Virginia Community College

High School Diploma -

Amherst County High School
Kathryn Zirnsak