Kaitlyn Orgeron
Prairieville,LA
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse delivering evidence-based, high-acuity care in Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) settings. Proficient in managing critically ill adult patients with complex multisystem conditions such as sepsis, ARDS, renal failure, and neurological compromise. Expert in ventilator management, titration of vasoactive drips, hemodynamic monitoring, and post-resuscitation care. Known for critical thinking, calm demeanor under pressure, and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous learning in a fast-paced ICU environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
University Medical Center, UMC
07.2024 - Current
- Provide critical care to a diverse patient population with complex medical conditions such as sepsis, acute respiratory failure, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), GI bleeds, stroke, and multi-organ dysfunction.
- Manage and monitor life-sustaining equipment including ventilators, central lines, arterial lines, infusion pumps, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
- Administer titratable drips (e.g., norepinephrine, vasopressin, propofol, insulin) and interpret lab results, ABGs, EKGs, and imaging to support rapid decision-making in dynamic, high-acuity situations.
- Educated patients and their families on complex medical conditions, treatment plans, and self-care strategies to facilitate successful transitions from hospital to home.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to create individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs and challenges.
- Provided emotional support to patients and family members during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport within the clinical setting.
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Reginal Medical Center
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including intensivists, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and social workers to develop individualized care plans.
- Respond to emergencies including code blue, rapid response, and intubation support, providing advanced life support and post-resuscitation care.
- Demonstrated proficiency in critical care protocols and compliance with hospital policies, infection control, and patient safety standards.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic documentation using Epic (or Cerner, depending on system used).
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices in the field of medical intensive care nursing.
Emergency Room Technician
Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Worked in both Adult and Pediatric ER.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12-2023
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Use of electronic health records (EHR) software, primarily epic
Certification
- LSBN License - Expires 1/27
- ACLS - Expires 5/2026
- BLS - Expires 1/27
- NIHHS - Expires 1/27
Timeline
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
University Medical Center, UMC
07.2024 - Current
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Reginal Medical Center
01.2024 - 06.2024
Emergency Room Technician
Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
02.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Louisiana University
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