Alan Frank
Omro
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with a proven track record in emergency and critical care settings. Adaptable and quick to respond to the ever-changing needs of patients and the environment. Collaborative team player known for reliability and possessing extensive healthcare expertise. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with sound clinical judgment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (ICU/ED)
HSHS St. Vincent Hospital
09.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Led the rapid response team in emergency situations, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Joseph Residence
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
- Consistent establishment of trust and rapport with residents on daily basis.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices.
- Assigned to 8-10 residents per shift to ensure adequate time with each resident.
Critical Care Paramedic
Orange Cross Ambulance Svc
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Performed a vast range of specialized functions and complex assessments, therapies, and emergency treatment of patients during interfacility and scene calls.
- Implemented intervention's, including medication and IV administration, cardiac monitoring, airway management.
- Assessed for and detected changes in status of patients and demonstrated proactive approach to solving changes in clinical status.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during transport to reduce stress and anxiety in traumatic situations.
Paramedic
Gold Cross Ambulance Service
11.2006 - 05.2015
- Responded to emergency calls to provide quick and compassionate medical assessment, care, and stabilization at the advanced life support level.
- Performed emergency diagnostic procedures and treatment to include Iv fluids, medication administration, cardiac monitoring and airway management.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Communicated with hospital personnel and dispatchers to provide information about the patient's condition, arrange reception of the patient, and to receive instructions for further treatment.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI09.2021
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic - Emergency Medical Services
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI05.2004
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic - Emergency Medical Services
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI08.2000
Paramedic
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI08-2004
Skills
- Precepting
- Pre-hospital Care
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Intubation/ventilator management
- Invasive line monitoring
- Critical Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Treatment Planning
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse-WI #265674-30
- Licensed Critical Care Paramedic - WI #300663
- Nationally Registered Paramedic - #M0997868
- Certified Nurse Assistant- WI #222425
- NIH Stroke Scale Certified (NIHSS)
- CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR)
DAISY Award nominiee
I received two nominations for the DAISY Award this year for the care I provided. Both nominations emphasized my knowledge, communication skills, compassion, and overall exceptional care given to these patients and families during their time in the intensive care unit.
Timeline
Registered Nurse (ICU/ED)
HSHS St. Vincent Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Joseph Residence
02.2019 - 03.2021
Critical Care Paramedic
Orange Cross Ambulance Svc
10.2017 - 04.2018
Paramedic
Gold Cross Ambulance Service
11.2006 - 05.2015
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic - Emergency Medical Services
Fox Valley Technical College
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic - Emergency Medical Services
Fox Valley Technical College
- Registered Nurse-WI #265674-30
- Licensed Critical Care Paramedic - WI #300663
- Nationally Registered Paramedic - #M0997868
- Certified Nurse Assistant- WI #222425
- NIH Stroke Scale Certified (NIHSS)
- CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR)
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Fox Valley Technical College
Paramedic
Fox Valley Technical College
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