Abigail Olson
Polk City,Iowa
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive history in a variety of patient care opportunities. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult individuals and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Adaptable and resilient with clinical and emergency response experience. Bringing a 7-year record of success in nursing and desire to learn, grow, and excel within a facility.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Support Specialist
BioLife Plasma Center
Ankeny, Iowa
07.2015 - Current
- Performed pre-screening physicals every 15 minutes while responding to donor reactions and emergencies.
- Worked as OCC. Health liaison for employee incidents and pre-employment screening.
- Created center's MSS work schedule ensuring adequate coverage of center while maintaining employee work/life balance.
- Counseled patients on adverse reactions, reactive blood tests, and serum protein results.
- Supervised floor staff and overall production of center from check-in to disconnect.
- Monitored protein serum test accuracy using quality controls.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Acted as Lead MSS to train new nurses and floor staff in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collected and documented donor medical information such as blood pressure, pulse, hematocrit, protein level, and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Taught individuals about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase donor cooperation.
- Liaised with individuals and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and donation questions.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies and while maintaining control of product orders and supply.
Certified Nursing Aide
Friendship Haven
Fort Dodge, IA
12.2013 - 02.2014
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery daily.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines twice per day.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to plan, manage and assess patient treatments in restorative care with bed capacity of 16 patients.
Assistant Teacher
Community Early Childhood Center in Fort Dodge
Fort Dodge, IA
11.2011 - 01.2014
- Assist with growth and development of children 6 weeks- 13 yrs.
- Established records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on details such as behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Increased one-on-one and group-based learning while supporting student progress and development.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing Clinical Locations
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA05.2015
No Degree - General Studies
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA12.2011
High School Diploma -
Odebolt-Arthur High School
Odebolt, Iowa05.2009
Skills
- Decision Making
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Cleaning and Organizing
- Updating Medical Records
- Patient Relations
- Critical Thinking
- Clinical and Operational Judgement
- Time Management
- Medication Administration
- Data Analysis
- Willingness to Learn
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Medical Records Management
- Medical office administration
- Payment collection
- Monitoring patient progress
- Patient Scheduling
- Patient Assessments
- Organization and Time Management
- Data Entry
- Maintenance and Repair
- Attention to Detail
- First Aid/CPR
- Excellent Communication
- Patient and family advocacy
- Direct Patient Care
- High level of autonomy
- Emergency Procedures
Certification
- Iowa Registered Nursing Licensure, Feb 2021 - April 2024
- Iowa Licensed Practical Nursing Licensure, 2014
- Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certified, American Red Cross, 2022
- Mandatory Reporter for Child and Adult Abuse certification, 2018
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Tony Robbins
Timeline
Medical Support Specialist
BioLife Plasma Center
07.2015 - Current
Certified Nursing Aide
Friendship Haven
12.2013 - 02.2014
Assistant Teacher
Community Early Childhood Center in Fort Dodge
11.2011 - 01.2014
Associate Degree - Nursing Clinical Locations
Iowa Central Community College
No Degree - General Studies
Hawkeye Community College
High School Diploma -
Odebolt-Arthur High School
- Iowa Registered Nursing Licensure, Feb 2021 - April 2024
- Iowa Licensed Practical Nursing Licensure, 2014
- Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certified, American Red Cross, 2022
- Mandatory Reporter for Child and Adult Abuse certification, 2018
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