Annie Couch
Portland,OR
Summary
Compassionate NICU RN Resident with success in med/surg nursing and pediatric care at Kaiser Permanente. Progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Med/surg Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanent
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered evidence-based nursing care in a med/surg setting, prioritizing patient safety and autonomy aligned with professional standards including AHA BLS certification and Oregon RN licensure.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and participated actively in quality improvement initiatives.
- Provided patient and family education on care processes and health management, enhancing understanding and engagement.
- Supported psychosocial needs and offered emotional support to patients and families, fostering holistic care.
- Maintained competency in clinical assessments, medication administration, and use of medical equipment relevant to patient care.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to strengthen nursing skills and knowledge within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Adolescent Recovery Coach and RN
Youth Residential Psychiatric Care
11.2022 - Current
- Mentored and cared for 12 adolescent clients using grounding techniques, de-escalation, distress tolerance, and cognitive behavioral therapy interventions to support mental health recovery.
- Monitored and ensured physical safety through strict protocol reporting and documentation of suicidal ideation and self-harm incidents, contributing to patient safety advocacy.
- Collaborated closely with clinicians to strategize individualized care plans, integrating management of comorbidities for holistic patient support.
- Compiled and researched detailed patient information using electronic health records (KiPu), enhancing interdisciplinary team communication and care coordination.
Nursing Student Internship
Kaiser Rockwood Pediatric Clinic
Gresham, Oregon
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Provided comprehensive newborn to adolescent care including independent nurse visits, newborn assessments, and lactation support, ensuring patient safety and adherence to evidence-based nursing care standards.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams and providers to deliver coordinated care and optimize patient outcomes.
- Performed wound care, developmental assessments, immunizations, point-of-care testing, and assisted with referrals, maintaining accurate documentation to support quality improvement initiatives.
- Educated patients and parents on health management, breastfeeding support, and psychosocial needs, advocating for patient autonomy and well-being.
- Julia Honnold, RN preceptor - (971) 404-1309
CNA
SNF, rehabilitation, home health/live-in CNA
01.2016 - 10.2025
- Delivered skilled care to adults with Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, diabetes, and intellectual disabilities, ensuring patient safety and dignity.
- Assisted with activities of daily living including transfers, toileting, nutrition, and medication management, promoting patient autonomy and comfort.
- Collaborated with family members and CNA team to coordinate care, streamline communication, and establish organized documentation systems in home health settings.
- Supported physical therapy implementation through hands-on assistance, enhancing patient mobility and recovery outcomes.
Other Clinical Rotations
Kaiser, Graceland, Sapphire, Avamere, Cultivate Initiatives
Portland, Oregon
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered evidence-based antepartum and postpartum nursing care including patient education on breastfeeding and psychosocial support, enhancing patient safety and autonomy.
- Administered medications and managed diabetes care while providing assistance with activities of daily living, supporting holistic patient needs.
- Intervened in psychiatric crises using de-escalation techniques, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Engaged in houseless outreach delivering wound care, sex education, Medicaid application assistance, refugee support, and housing referral coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - ABSN
Concordia St. Paul
Portland, Oregon08-2025
Bachelor of Public Health -
Portland State University
Portland, OR12-2019
Skills
- Clinical Nursing
- Newborn assessment
- Postpartum Care
- Patient Safety Advocacy
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient/Family Education
- Lactation Support
- Psychosocial Support
- Feeding and Growth Support
- Discharge Preparation
Certification
- Oregon RN License
- AHA BLS Certification
Timeline
Med/surg Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanent
09.2025 - Current
Nursing Student Internship
Kaiser Rockwood Pediatric Clinic
04.2025 - 10.2025
Other Clinical Rotations
Kaiser, Graceland, Sapphire, Avamere, Cultivate Initiatives
09.2024 - 04.2025
Adolescent Recovery Coach and RN
Youth Residential Psychiatric Care
11.2022 - Current
CNA
SNF, rehabilitation, home health/live-in CNA
01.2016 - 10.2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - ABSN
Concordia St. Paul
Bachelor of Public Health -
Portland State University