Abigail Vana
St. Paul,MN
Summary
Dynamic emergency department nurse bringing the experience of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Able to leverage critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Allina, United Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Provide high-quality, critical care in a fast-paced emergency department, managing a diverse range of medical emergencies.
- Utilize advanced clinical skills to assess, triage, and treat patients in life-threatening situations, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Demonstrate expertise in various specialties, from trauma, stroke and cardiac care, drawing from a broad scope of experience.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care, support patient advocacy, and ensure continuity of care throughout the emergency process.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Student Manager for Dinning Services
Bethel University-Sodexo
03.2017 - 12.2023
- Led daily operations, overseeing staff and ensuring efficient service delivery in a high-paced environment.
- Managed floor activities, providing guidance and support to team members to maintain high standards of customer service and food quality.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff skills, improve performance, and ensure adherence to company policies.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment, driving employee engagement and productivity.
- Nominated for employee of the year (2022, 2023)
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
The Harbors Senior Living Community of Fridley
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting residents.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized resident's cares by recording vital signs, medication administration, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating needs.
Events Team Coordinator
Bethel University-Admissions Center
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
Camp Coordinator
Trout Lake Camps
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Managed daily camp programming, ensuring a variety of engaging and safe activities for campers.
- Oversaw conflict resolution between staff and campers, fostering a positive and supportive camp environment.
- Utilized Microsoft Office programs to organize event schedules, coordinate staffing needs, and track camp resources.
- Worked closely with staff to ensure smooth operations and a high-quality experience for both campers and staff.
Cabin leader
Trout Lake Camps
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Lead by example, fostering a positive, inclusive, and fun camp environment
- Supervised, helped, and encouraged campers throughout day
- Mediate conflicts and provide mentorship to campers
- Enforce camp rules and safety guidelines while supervising activities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
Arden Hills, MN08.2023
Minors in Reconciliation, Psychology, And Biology -
Bethel University
01-2023
Healthcare Endorsement -
Bethel University
01-2023
Intercultural Engagement Endorsement -
Bethel University
01-2023
Skills
- Care plan implementation
- Clinical judgment
- Communication
- Conflict resolution and management
- Critical care nursing
- Customer service
- Collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork
- Medication management and administration
- Patient education
- Prioritization and task management
- Therapeutic communication skills
- Time management
Accreditations
RN, BSN, PHN
Accomplishments
Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses
Awarded for exceptional patient care in the Emergency Department [2024]
- Recognized with the prestigious Daisy Award for outstanding contributions to patient care and excellence in nursing practice within the Emergency Department.
- Acknowledged for delivering compassionate, skilled, and responsive care in high-pressure, critical situations.
- Demonstrated a commitment to patient advocacy, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
Certification
- BLS & ACLS
- TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Allina, United Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Camp Coordinator
Trout Lake Camps
05.2020 - 08.2020
Events Team Coordinator
Bethel University-Admissions Center
09.2019 - 09.2020
Cabin leader
Trout Lake Camps
05.2019 - 08.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
The Harbors Senior Living Community of Fridley
01.2019 - 09.2021
Student Manager for Dinning Services
Bethel University-Sodexo
03.2017 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
Minors in Reconciliation, Psychology, And Biology -
Bethel University
Healthcare Endorsement -
Bethel University
Intercultural Engagement Endorsement -
Bethel University
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