ANDREA KOOPMEINERS
Council Bluffs
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Psychiatric Emergency - Nebraska Med
Omaha, NE
10.2025 - Current
- Assessed and triaged psychiatric patients in high-stress emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Monitored patient behaviors and vital signs, ensuring safety and stability during crises.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and available resources.
Psychiatric Nurse
Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital
Council Bluffs, IA
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted detailed assessments of patients' mental health conditions to inform treatment strategies.
- Administered psychiatric medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and well-being.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to address patient needs.
- Observe and oversee patient safety and care in a 24 bed psychiatric unit.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to enhance patient coping mechanisms and recovery.
- PRN status 2021-2023, Also PRN at this time
Cardiology Triage Nurse
Methodist Physicians Clinic
Council Bluffs, IA
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Assessed patient conditions to prioritize care and ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop effective triage protocols and enhance patient outcomes.
- Coordinated communication between patients and specialists to facilitate seamless care transitions.
Assessment Nurse
Grifols Plasma Center, Council Bluffs
Council Bluffs, IA
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Educated donors on pre- and post-donation care protocols, enhancing donor experience.
- Collaborated with medical staff to manage adverse events during donation procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and documented medical histories to maintain accurate records.
RN, LPN, Tech
Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital
Council Bluffs, IA
10.2004 - 05.2021
- Behavioral Health Unit
- Observe and oversee patient safety and care in a 24 bed psychiatric unit.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing and responding to changes in condition promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols.
- Also PRN 2021-2023
Education
Registered Nurse -
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs01.2021
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with patients, patients' family, and coworkers
- Able to multitask
- Able to learn and utilize computer skills that are required for the position
- Organized and professional
- Able to navigate Word, Excel, Kronos, Cerner, Omnicell I am a fast learner when presented with new systems
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Psychiatric Emergency - Nebraska Med
10.2025 - Current
Psychiatric Nurse
Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Cardiology Triage Nurse
Methodist Physicians Clinic
01.2023 - 10.2024
Assessment Nurse
Grifols Plasma Center, Council Bluffs
09.2021 - 01.2023
RN, LPN, Tech
Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital
10.2004 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse -
Iowa Western Community College