CATHERINE FAULKNER, BSN RN
Clover
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nurse who provides exceptional, high quality patient care. Team player well-versed in interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Background complete with successful responses in high pressure, fast paced pre-hospital and in-hospital situations. Passionate about patient advocacy and education. Critical thinker who is eager to learn and grow in the field of nursing.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Multitrauma Critical Care
R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
Baltimore
03.2025 - Current
- Managed complex polytrauma patients with significant injuries from their admission and throughout their post-operative course
- Continually assessed critically ill patients and managed their care via titration of various medications and administration of blood products
- Collaborated with trauma surgery fellows and critical care fellows too coordinate and facilitate patient care
- Managed patients requiring Veno-Venous ECMO, External Ventricular Drains, and Diagnostic Peritoneal Lavage
Registered Nurse, Surgical Trauma ICU
Piedmont Medical Center
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients
- Participated in code blue and rapid response teams, providing timely and effective emergency care in critical situations
- Educated patients and family members about treatments, care requirements, and other relevant information
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities using Electronic Medical Record.
Emergency Medical Technician
Chester County EMS
07.2019 - 03.2025
- Administered first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
- Conducted thorough physical assessments of trauma victims at scene of accident or incident
- Responded quickly and efficiently in high-pressure situations.
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Piedmont Medical Center
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Adhered to all policies related to emergency department operations including triage protocols, full trauma activations and quality assurance standards
- Assisted physicians in performing minor procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing foreign bodies from the skin
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing -
Gardner Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC06.2023
Skills
- IV therapy/Alaris pumps/ Braun pumps
- Baxter continuous renal replacement therapy
- Integra Camnio ICP Monitoring
- Zoll and Lifepack defibrilator use
- Cerner/EPIC electronic health record software use
- Management of the critically ill patient
Certification
- Registered Nurse, South Carolina Board of Nursing, 2023
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support/Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 2023
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association, 2024
- Emergency Medical Technician- Basic, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, 2019
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support, National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians, 2021
References
References available upon request
Extracurricular Activities
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Multitrauma Critical Care
R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Surgical Trauma ICU
Piedmont Medical Center
07.2023 - 03.2025
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Piedmont Medical Center
06.2020 - 07.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Chester County EMS
07.2019 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nursing -
Gardner Webb University
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