Katherine Fowler RN
3525 Benito Juarez Circle
Apopka, FL 32712
407-454-3503
Katherine.fowler42@yahoo.com
Objective
Complete graduate program in advanced practice nursing in order to provide primary
care in the private practice setting.
Profile
Experienced nurse in a variety of fields with emphasize in cardiac care. Practiced at
inpatient and outpatient settings, understanding the demand for flexibility in the
provider setting. Aiming to learn and grow to provide excellent care for the increasing
population in need of healthcare services.
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
Currently attending
2014 - present
Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Concurrent Program
University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
3.54 GPA
2008 - 2011
Associates of Science in Nursing, Concurrent Program
Seminole State College, Maitland, FL
3.50 GPA
2008 - 2010
Associates of Arts in General Studies
Valencia Community College, Orlando, FL
3.52 GPA
2005 - 2007
Licenses & Certifications
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Registered Nurse: Florida Board of Nursing (active) 2010-present
Registered Nurse: California Board of Nursing (inactive) 2013-2014
Registered Nurse: Louisiana Board of Nursing (inactive) 2013
BLS & ACLS: American Heart Association (active) 2010-present
ACE: group fitness instructor (inactive) 2009
Nursing History
Florida Hospital
Cross Country
Cedars-Sinai
Registered Nurse
Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit
 Unit’s patient population included pre and post open heart
surgeries. POD1 CABG and AVR surgeries. Regularly managing
amiodarone, diltiazem, heparin, insulin and several other drips.
 Instructed graduate nurses in the critical care nurse internship
program as well as practicum students.
 Worked well with fellow staff RNs, as unit does not provide nurse
aides, phlebotomist, or transporters.
 Closely monitor patients fluid and electrolytes imbalances,
monitoring proper cardiac output, as well as provide
interventions for SOB, AFib, and/or other cardiac dysrhythmias
 Teamwork and time management skills applied daily, necessary
to meet patient’s daily care requirements.
Registered Nurse
Telemetry Float
 Floated to eight different units in a four month period.
 Maintain high level of flexibility and willingness to learn new
processes with daily changing environment and population.
Registered Nurse
Procedure & Infusion Center
 Initiated and titrated infusions at an outpatient center,
monitoring frequent vitals, infusion reactions and post infusion
observation: infusions included Remicade, IVIg, Tysabri,
Amikacin, blood products, etc.
 Central line assessments, care and patient education.
 Assisted physicians during sterile central venous catheter
insertions including: PAS-port, permacaths, and PICC’s. As well
assisting with bone marrow biopsies, paracentesis and
thoracentesis.
Memberships & Affiliations
Member, Florida Nurses Association 2014
Member, National Association of Hispanic Nurses 2014
Languages
English : Fluent/ primary language
Spanish: Spoken fluently, basic reading & writing
2010 - 2013
2014–present
2013 -2014
Scholarships & Awards
Florida Bright Futures Scholarship 2005-2007
Outstanding Practicum Preceptor, Valencia Community College 2012, 2013
Volunteer Activities
Health information desk at Renancimento Community Fair 2013
Assist with health screenings at Willow Lake Health Fair 2012
Volunteer Femmes de Couer, Let Us Entertain You! 2009
Summary
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Ability to successfully work in a variety of demanding environments, and hospital
systems. Flexibility with diverse group of physicians, such as a Cardiovascular Care
Unit, Procedure & Infusion Center, and Telemetry Float pool.
Strong communication skills while educating patient and family members with
emphasizes on patient empowerment to manage chronic disease.
Demonstrated an ability to succeed in a high demand, daily changing role as a float
and staff RN. Part of committee to contribute suggestions to improve patient flow,
communications, procedures and patient satisfaction.
Experience is providing care for a diverse population with multi-cultural
backgrounds.
Fluent in English and Spanish, comfortable in translation services.
Enthusiastic about furthering education to better care for the rapidly growing
population with access to health care.
References
Available upon request