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Katerina Fitzpatrick

Cliffoney

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

CNM 2

HSE, Ballyshannon Community Hospital
Ballyshannon
12.2024 - Current
  • Managed nursing staff schedules and ensured adequate coverage for patient care.
  • Coordinated patient care activities and facilitated communication among healthcare teams.
  • Monitored compliance with safety standards and quality assurance protocols.
  • Implemented patient care plans based on individual needs and best practices.
  • Evaluated nursing performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan of care.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
  • Collaborated with physicians to optimize treatment plans for patients' well-being.

Senior Staff Nurse

HSE
Ballyshannon
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during treatment and recovery stages.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
  • Identified potential safety risks related to environment or equipment; initiated corrective actions as needed.
  • Managed acute changes in patient status through rapid identification of problems and initiation of interventions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality of care for patients.

CNM 2

HSE, Our Lady's Community hospital
Manorhamilton
12.2023 - 04.2024
  • Managed daily operations of nursing unit to ensure quality care delivery.
  • Supervised nursing staff to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Coordinated patient admissions and discharges for efficient workflow.
  • Implemented training programs for new nurses to enhance skills.
  • Resolved conflicts among staff to promote a positive work environment.
  • Monitored patient care plans to ensure adherence to best practices.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers effectively.
  • Conducted regular assessments of unit performance and staff needs.
  • Reviewed and completed admission and discharge assessments.
  • Liaised between patients and families by providing health information and addressing questions and concerns.
  • Audited and completed charts, evaluations and medical forms.
  • Developed, implemented and adjusted patient care plans in response to new symptoms or developments.

Senior Staff Nurse

HSE, St John's Community Hospital
Sligo
09.2018 - 12.2023
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
  • Assisted in the training of new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during treatment and recovery stages.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient care needs, developed individualized care plans, and maintained accurate medical records.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
  • Monitored medication administration according to physician orders; ensured accuracy of dosage calculations prior to administering medications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality of care for patients.
  • Identified potential safety risks related to environment or equipment; initiated corrective actions as needed.
  • Managed acute changes in patient status through rapid identification of problems and initiation of interventions.
  • Participated in departmental meetings to discuss patient issues, concerns, goals; offered solutions when appropriate.
  • Served as a preceptor for new employees providing guidance regarding facility policies and procedures.

Education

Tissue Viability And Wound Repair

National University of Galway
Galway
06-2024

Gerontology

National University of Galway
Galway
06-2023

Master of Science - Nursing Science

University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic
06-2011

Dementia Postgraduate Certficate

Trinity College Dublin
Dublin

Skills

  • Patient care coordination
  • Medication administration
  • Quality assurance
  • Staff training
  • Electronic health records
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Dementia care expertise
  • Dementia care

Timeline

CNM 2

HSE, Ballyshannon Community Hospital
12.2024 - Current

Senior Staff Nurse

HSE
08.2024 - 12.2024

CNM 2

HSE, Our Lady's Community hospital
12.2023 - 04.2024

Senior Staff Nurse

HSE, St John's Community Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2023

Tissue Viability And Wound Repair

National University of Galway

Gerontology

National University of Galway

Master of Science - Nursing Science

University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic

Dementia Postgraduate Certficate

Trinity College Dublin
Katerina Fitzpatrick