KATE FREER

Registered Nurse

Dedicated registered nurse with one year of critical care experience in specialized area of magnet-recognized pediatric hospital. Skilled in clinical judgment, patient assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and delivering safe, family-centered care in a fast-paced environment. Seeking a new opportunity to apply my clinical skills while continuing to grow professionally and make a meaningful impact on patient care.

katef501@gmail.com501-650-36373 Oak Cove, North Little Rock AR 72116

Experience

Registered Nurse (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)

Arkansas Children’s Hospital

2025-07 – 2026-07

  • Completed a comprehensive New Graduate Nurse Residency Program while providing evidence- based care for critically ill and medically complex neonatal patients in a Level IV NICU.
  • Performed comprehensive patient assessments, monitored changes in clinical status, and implemented individualized nursing interventions in a high-acuity setting.
  • Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate safe, patient- centered care and support positive clinical outcomes.
  • Educated and supported patients' families through therapeutic communication, compassionate care, and shared decision-making.
  • Demonstrated strong critical thinking, time management, adaptability, and attention to detail while prioritizing care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • Maintained accurate electronic health record documentation and adhered to hospital policies, safety standards, and evidence-based practice guidelines.

Patient Care Technician (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)

Arkansas Children’s Hospital

2024-05 – 2025-06

  • Supported nursing staff in delivering high-quality care within a fast-paced Level IV NICU environment.
  • Assisted with patient care activities, unit operations, and equipment preparation to promote efficient workflow and continuity of care.
  • Maintained accurate documentation, monitored patient observations, and promptly communicated concerns to the healthcare team.
  • Ensured a safe, clean, and organized patient care environment while adhering to infection prevention and hospital safety standards.
  • Gained valuable experience in neonatal critical care, interdisciplinary teamwork, and hospital operations, providing a strong foundation for transition into the RN role.

Skills

Clinical judgmentPatient assessmentInterdisciplinary collaborationFamily-centered careCritical thinkingTime managementAdaptabilityAttention to detailElectronic health record documentationEvidence-based practiceTherapeutic communicationCompassionate careShared decision-makingInfection preventionPatient safetyNeonatal critical careInterdisciplinary teamworkHospital operationsOrganizationEmotional resiliencePatient and family advocacyContinuous learningProfessional development

Education

University of Central Arkansas

Certifications

  • Registered Nurse (RN), Arkansas
  • Basic Life Support Provider (BLS), American Heart Association
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • S.T.A.B.L.E Provider
  • New Graduate Nurse Residency Program Graduate
  • Electronic Health Record (Epic) Training
  • Medication Administration and Safety Training
  • Infection Prevention and Control Training
  • Blood Product Administration Training
  • Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Training
  • HIPPA Compliance Training
  • Arkansas Mandated Reporter Training
  • Crisis Support and Response Training
  • Emotional Intelligence/DEI Training
  • CERT Disaster Response Training
  • Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honors Member

Career highlights

July 2025

  • Started: Registered Nurse (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) at Arkansas Children’s Hospital

    Arkansas Children’s Hospital

May 2024

  • Started: Patient Care Technician (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) at Arkansas Children’s Hospital

    Arkansas Children’s Hospital

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