Andrea Korkala
Barnum,MN
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cassia
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided education on disease processes, medication administration, and self-care techniques for both patients and families.
- Assessed patients'' physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial needs to continually adapt care plans accordingly.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices. Documented treatments delivered and medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cassia
08.2017 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs..
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
Cloquet, MN05.2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
Cloquet, MN05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences Broad Field Degree
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
Cloquet, MN05.2022
Skills
- Wound Care
- ADL Assistance
- Lab Result Interpretation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Diabetes Management
- Health Screening
- Care Planning
- Insulin Medication Assistance
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cassia
06.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cassia
08.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences Broad Field Degree
Fond Du Lac Tribal And Community College