Ann Sprandel
River Falls,WI
Summary
Compassionate RN with expertise in patient education and clinical judgment. Committed to delivering high-quality care and enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
United Hospital
Hastings, MN
08.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on procedures and hospital policies to ensure compliance.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to improved patient safety standards.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication amongst colleagues.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
RN Supervisor
Health Partners Neuroscience Center
Saint Paul, MN
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing team competency and performance.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring operational readiness and safety.
- Implemented best practices in patient management, improving overall care delivery processes.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth.
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
- Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the nursing department by regularly soliciting feedback from staff members and incorporating suggestions into practice when appropriate.
- Successfully managed resources within budget constraints while maintaining high-quality care standards for all patients served in the unit.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
- Evaluated and monitored care and services throughout shift to improve quality levels.
- Onboarded new employees through orientation meetings and training sessions before deployment to different departments.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
RN Staff Nurse
Health Partners Neuroscience Center
Saint Paul, MN
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Advocated for patients' needs within the healthcare team to ensure holistic care delivery.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
RN Floor Nurse
Mayo Health Systems
Albert Lea, MN
03.2015 - 03.2021
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in [Type] environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Modified patient health treatment plans by observing patient conditions and responses.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
- Helped patients feel comfortable by adjusting positions and engaging in casual conversation.
- Upheld regulatory compliance within the nursing practice through adherence to state mandates, facility policies, and established ethical guidelines.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Orlando, FL12.2019
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Direct patient care
- CPR certification
- Active listening
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
United Hospital
08.2023 - Current
RN Supervisor
Health Partners Neuroscience Center
02.2022 - 08.2023
RN Staff Nurse
Health Partners Neuroscience Center
04.2021 - 03.2022
RN Floor Nurse
Mayo Health Systems
03.2015 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College