Samuel Katke
Edwardsville
Summary
Critical Care Registered Nurse with experience in a mixed ICU (BMT MICU/SICU) at Level 1 Trauma Center. Proven clinical proficiency in managing high-acuity post-surgical patients through precise titration of vasoactive medications, advanced sedation management, and complex lab interpretation. Expertly trained in the administration of chemo- and immunotherapies, with specialized skill in the rapid stabilization of immunocompromised patients. A dedicated advocate committed to facilitating sensitive goals-of-care discussions and providing compassionate support to patients and their families during acute life transitions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Barnes Jewish Hospital
St. Louis, MO
09.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Titration of vasoactive drugs.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to ventilated patients.
- Trained new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Supported needs of medically complex patients on CRRT.
- Chemo/Immunotherapy administration.
- Responsible for sedation/paralytic management in critically ill patients.
- Interpretation of laboratory values with closed loop communication with healthcare team.
- Direct care of immunocompromised patient population
Patient Care Technician
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
St Louis, MO
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Monitored patient behavior and provided support during therapeutic activities.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Implemented safety measures to ensure a secure environment for patients.
- Led group therapy sessions, fostering engagement and participation among patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goldfarb School of Nursing At Barnes-Jewish College
St. Louis, MO08-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Mississippi
University, MS05-2021
Skills
- Ventilator management
- End-of-life care
- CRRT management
- Vasoactive drug titration
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- Laboratory value interpretation
- Sedation/paralytic management
- Patient advocacy
- Family support
- Ethical practice
Certification
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
- CCRN
- BJC Chemo/Immunotherapy certified
- BD Ultrasound AccuCath certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Barnes Jewish Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
05.2019 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goldfarb School of Nursing At Barnes-Jewish College
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Mississippi