Andrea R. Thene, RN, BSN

• Company Overview: Level III Trauma Center
• Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patient's conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.

• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

• Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to strict protocols and guidelines.
• Advocated for patient's needs effectively with healthcare providers, resulting in improved care plans tailored to individual requirements.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.

• Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs.
• Championed a culture of patient-centered care, consistently demonstrating empathy, respect, and professionalism in all interactions with patients and their families.

• Maintained high standards of cleanliness and infection control, contributing to safer hospital environment.
• Administered medications and treatments to patients, leading to improved health outcomes.
• Enhanced patient care quality by accurately assessing and recording vital signs and symptoms.

• Anticipated the surgeon's needs and demonstrated critical thinking skills during surgical procedures.
• Demonstrated adaptability and being calm under pressure when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries.
• Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.

Worked at two Level 1 Trauma Hospitals

• Sanford Fargo Medical Center, Fargo, ND
• Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN