Ann M. Kopfer
McCordsville,IN
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient care and medication administration. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and responsiveness in both routine and emergency situations. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care over multiple years in the healthcare field.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Rawlins House Senior Care
Pendleton, IN
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Documented patient progress and interventions within electronic health records accurately.
- Coordinated care with physicians and clinical staff to ensure effective treatment delivery.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center (Retired)
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2019 - 01.2023
Primary Care Care Manager Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
Nashville-Indianapolis, TN-IN
11.2007 - 12.2018
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and preventive care.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary teams and implemented treatment plans.
- Administered medications while monitoring patient responses to therapies.
- Assisted in chronic illness management through ongoing support and monitoring.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty consultations based on clinical findings.
- Assessed psychosocial needs, providing community resource referrals when necessary.
- Managed patient inquiries regarding health concerns via telephone.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
Corrections RN
Centurion TN
Nashville, TN
09.2012 - 04.2018
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
Nashville , TN
11.2005 - 11.2007
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Provided direct supervision for Licensed Practical Nurses assigned to Medical Surgical Unit.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Trained new nursing staff on policies, procedures, and best practices for care delivery.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a fast-paced medical environment.
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05-2005
Skills
- Telephone triage
- Electronic health records
- Chronic illness management
- Patient education
- Nursing assessment
- Care coordination
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Rawlins House Senior Care
01.2024 - 06.2025
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center (Retired)
01.2019 - 01.2023
Corrections RN
Centurion TN
09.2012 - 04.2018
Primary Care Care Manager Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
11.2007 - 12.2018
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
11.2005 - 11.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University