Kathy McKay Siegel, RN
Columbia
Summary
Patient focused Registered Nurse well-versed in appropriate standards of care and evidenced-based practices for post-anesthesia patients. Stays on top of demands in fast paced environments by effectively using down time. Maintains organized, clean and safe work areas with diligent attentions to important details. Accustomed to making independent judgements while working in team-based environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
PACU Registered Nurse
Lifebridge Sinai Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2025
- Monitored patient vital signs post-anesthesia, ensuring optimal recovery and safety.
- Administered medications and managed pain relief protocols for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare patients for discharge, enhancing care continuity.
- Led educational sessions for nursing staff on PACU best practices and updated protocols.
PACU Registered Nurse
University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
05.2016 - 04.2021
- Connected patient to appropriate monitoring equipment, including pulse oximeter, oxygen devices, and blood pressure cuffs.
- Observed and documented patient's condition at scheduled intervals while following proper procedure.
- Consulted with healthcare team to implement patient care plans that best benefited patient.
- Assessed patient pain level and administered medication as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Accompanied patient from PACU to patient room, monitoring condition while in transport.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical
University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
02.2013 - 05.2016
- Monitored all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patient vital signs.
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Trained student and newly-registered nurses in the correct nursing procedures and performance strategies.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Danick and Landau, DDS
04.1992 - 01.2013
- Provided dental hygiene services and oral hygiene instructions to patients in a private practice dental office.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD05.2012
Associate of Arts - Dental Hygiene
Allegany College
Cumberland, MD05.1992
Skills
- Task prioritization
- Certified in ACLS and PALS
- Patient ventilation management
- Patient-centered pain management
- Experience with Epic and Cerner systems
- Evidence-based clinical reasoning
Timeline
PACU Registered Nurse
Lifebridge Sinai Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2025
PACU Registered Nurse
University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
05.2016 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical
University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
02.2013 - 05.2016
Registered Dental Hygienist
Danick and Landau, DDS
04.1992 - 01.2013
Associate of Arts - Dental Hygiene
Allegany College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Baltimore County
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