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
Galway06-2024
Gerontology
National University of Galway
Galway06-2023
Master of Science - Nursing Science
University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic06-2011
Dementia Postgraduate Certficate
Trinity College Dublin
DublinSkills
- 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