Katelyn Getz
Summerville
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Compassionate Registered Trauma Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments for the last 7+ years. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Disciplined and personable Scrub Nurse with many years of experience. Highly educated in asepsis standards and procedures. Known professionally for anticipating the needs of practitioners and monitor patients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Children Hospital Of Philadelphia
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses along with Anesthesia
- Performed and assisted pediatric surgery in a level 1 pediatric operating room.
- 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 pre, intra and post surgery.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
St. Luke's University Hospital Bethlehem
08.2017 - 04.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed and assisted surgeries in a level 1 adult hospital.
- Charge nurse for 3+ years.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions during trauma based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Bartender
Mivajo's Pizza Inc
01.2009 - 12.2017
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
St. Luke's School of Nursing
06.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA04.2015
High School Diploma -
Nazareth Area High School
06.2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Continuing education
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Charting
- IV Insertion
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- CPR Trained
- ACLS/BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Children Hospital Of Philadelphia
06.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
St. Luke's University Hospital Bethlehem
08.2017 - 04.2024
Bartender
Mivajo's Pizza Inc
01.2009 - 12.2017
Diploma - Nursing
St. Luke's School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northampton Community College
High School Diploma -
Nazareth Area High School
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- CPR Trained
- ACLS/BLS
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