Kortney Foster
97 Village Court Glen Carbon
Summary
Compassionate NICU nurse skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and effective communication. Committed to ensuring patient safety and mentoring junior nurses for optimal team performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered NURSE Level 4 nicu
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
St Louis
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered compassionate patient care to enhance emotional well-being of pediatric patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure safe and effective treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Conducted routine assessments and documented patient progress accurately.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and emergency situations effectively.
- Mentored junior nurses, facilitating their integration and fostering confidence in clinical skills.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Encouraged active participation from preceptees in patient care activities while adhering to safety protocols.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for performing a variety of medical procedures.
- Conducted observations of preceptee performance, providing feedback on areas needing improvement or reinforcement.
Patient Care Technician
SIH Herrin Hospital
Herrin
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and comfort needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient care areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
Sales associate
Kohls Department Store
Carbondale
06.2017 - 07.2021
- Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries.
- Maintained merchandise displays and ensured product availability.
- Processed transactions accurately at the cash register.
- Collaborated with team members to restock inventory efficiently.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to store policies.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
Camp counselor
HISRA
Peoria
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of camp facilities, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Collaborated with staff to develop inclusive programming for individuals with disabilities.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
- Supervised daily activities for campers, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL12-2022
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Patient safety
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Mentorship skills
- Pediatric nursing
- Critical care
- Neonatal nursing
- IV drug therapy management
- Newborn education
- Infant CPR certified
Certification
- PALS
- BLS
- NRP
Timeline
Registered NURSE Level 4 nicu
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
SIH Herrin Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2022
Sales associate
Kohls Department Store
06.2017 - 07.2021
Camp counselor
HISRA
06.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville