Andrea Prike
Frederick,CO
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kaiser Permanente
07.2012 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated families on proper prenatal nutrition, exercise routines, stress management techniques, enhancing overall health outcomes.
- Implemented appropriate interventions in response to fetal distress or maternal complications during antepartum care.
- Provided compassionate support and education to families, preparing them for the challenges of high-risk pregnancies.
- Promoted a supportive and inclusive environment by providing emotional support to patients from diverse cultural backgrounds experiencing high-risk pregnancies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
10.2008 - 05.2011
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with appointments
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Education
Nursing
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO05.2011
Practical Nursing
Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, CO07.2009
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Team player, multitasking
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassionate and caring
- Delegation and motivation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Training staff
- Strong clinical judgment
- Women's health exams
- Teamwork
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kaiser Permanente
07.2012 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
10.2008 - 05.2011
Nursing
Front Range Community College
Practical Nursing
Emily Griffith Technical College
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