Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Volunteer Experience
Extracurricular Activities
CHURCH:
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Kathryn Dougherty

Sioux Falls

Summary

To obtain a Registered Nurse position at Avera McKennan Hospital, where I can bring my compassion, clinical experience, and strong work ethic to deliver exceptional patient care. As a dedicated Nursing Intern, I am recognized for my efficiency, adaptability, and collaborative spirit. I am skilled in patient care, medical terminology, and emergency response, with a proven ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Anesthesia Technician

Avera McKennan Hospital
Sioux Falls
05.2023 - Current
  • Set up and maintain anesthesia equipment for procedures.
  • Ensure cleanliness and readiness of anesthesia carts.
  • Changed breathing tubing and suction canisters between cases.

Patient Care Technician, Pre/Post Surgery

Avera McKennan Hospital
Sioux Falls
05.2023 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and recorded changes in patient conditions.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families before surgery.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.

Nursing Intern

Avera McKennan Hospital
Sioux Falls
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
  • Administered medications according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and recovery processes.
  • Managed IV lines, ensuring proper administration of fluids and medications.
  • Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records accurately.
  • Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
  • Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines when caring for critically ill patients.
  • Responded quickly and efficiently to any changes in patient condition or treatment plan.
  • Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.

Live-Out Nanny

Wiswalls
Sioux Falls
01.2016 - 01.2023
  • Organized educational games and activities to promote learning and development.
  • Supervised daily activities and ensured children's safety and well-being.
  • Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians through open communication regarding their child's progress.

Dessert Barista

Sweet Cheeks
Sioux Falls
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations, equipment, and dining areas throughout shifts.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately while processing payments for customer orders.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency during peak hours.

Barista

Refuel
Sioux Falls
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Managed the building on my own.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Creighton University
Omaha, NE
05-2026

High School -

O'Gorman High School
Sioux Falls, SD
05-2022

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Physical assessments
  • Electronic charting
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Medication administration
  • Emotional support
  • Patient education
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS), Exp. November 2025
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Languages

Completed 4 years of AP-level Spanish in high school with strong performance in grammar and reading comprehension. Speaking skills are developing; currently limited but improving with continued practice.

Volunteer Experience

Bishop Dudley Hospitality House – Sioux Falls, SD
Volunteer Meal Server

  • Served meals to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Feeding South Dakota – Sioux Falls, SD
Food Packing Volunteer

  • Assembled food bags to support community food distribution efforts.

Avera McKennan Hospital – Sioux Falls, SD
Rehabilitation Volunteer

  • Assisted rehab staff with patient mobility, activities, and support tasks.

Service Trip – Dominican Republic
International Volunteer

  • Gained hands-on experience with basic clinical skills such as taking vital signs, assisting with patient care, and observing healthcare practices in underserved communities.

Extracurricular Activities

Certified Yoga Instructor
July 2022 – Present

  • Certified to teach yoga; promote physical and mental wellness through guided practice and instruction.

New Member Educator, Gamma Phi Beta – Creighton University
December 2023 – May 2025

  • Lead and mentor new members through sorority onboarding, education, and integration into chapter life.

Nursing Leadership Scholar – Creighton University
May 2022 – Present

  • Focused on developing leadership skills, service, and professional growth within the field of nursing.

CHURCH:

Holy Spirit Parish – Sioux Falls, SD
Parish Volunteer | 2004 – Present

  • Served as an Altar Server (2015–2019), assisting with Mass preparations and supporting the celebrant during services.
  • Acted as an Usher (2015–2019), welcoming parishioners, guiding seating, and supporting the flow of services.

Timeline

Nursing Intern

Avera McKennan Hospital
05.2025 - 08.2025

Anesthesia Technician

Avera McKennan Hospital
05.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician, Pre/Post Surgery

Avera McKennan Hospital
05.2023 - Current

Dessert Barista

Sweet Cheeks
09.2021 - 04.2022

Barista

Refuel
08.2020 - 05.2021

Live-Out Nanny

Wiswalls
01.2016 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Creighton University

High School -

O'Gorman High School
Kathryn Dougherty