April Olson
Moorhead,MN
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with background in Medical- Surgical nursing, nursing leadership, and Geriatric nursing including comfort cares and end of life. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN MDS Coordinator
St. Catherine North
Fargo, ND
10.2017 - Current
- Developed procedures for organizing and filing clinical data to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Provided training and education to nursing staff on current MDS regulations.
- Trained and supervised health care workers conducting resident assessments.
- Served as the facility wound nurse for three years by assessing all new wounds, working with providers to decide on proper treatment, and continuing to follow the wound until healed.
- Served on Quality Assurance Team
RN
Sanford
Fargo, ND
09.2014 - 10.2017
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Provided emotional support for patients experiencing pain or stress due to illness or hospitalization.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Charge RN/ LPN
Eventide at Sheyenne Crossings
West Fargo, ND
05.2010 - 12.2015
- Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.
- Direct supervisor to CNAs, as well as medication and treatment nurses.
- Worked as the admission nurse on the unit, completing initial admission assessments and orders.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests, procedures, and rounds.
- Developed individualized care plans and provided health education to patients.
- I attended and organized resident care conferences.
- I worked as an LPN from 2010 until 2014, when I graduated as an RN, and then I worked as an RN.
LPN/CNA
Elim Care Center
Fargo, ND
09.2005 - 10.2012
- Work as a CNA from 2005 until 2008 when I graduated as an LPN then started as an LPN.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Education
Associate Degree in Registered Nursing - Registered Nurse
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Moorhead, MN05-2024
Associated in Science & Practical Nursing - LPN
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Moorhead, MN08-2008
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Pre-op and Post-op care
- Geriatric care, including end-of-life
- Quality improvement
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Nursing staff leadership
- IV setup
- Wound care expert
- Palliative care awareness
Certification
- Current Health care BLS have had ACLS in past
- Took Intermediate/ Critical care class while working at Sanford
- MDS Certification RAC-CT
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN MDS Coordinator
St. Catherine North
10.2017 - Current
RN
Sanford
09.2014 - 10.2017
Charge RN/ LPN
Eventide at Sheyenne Crossings
05.2010 - 12.2015
LPN/CNA
Elim Care Center
09.2005 - 10.2012
Associate Degree in Registered Nursing - Registered Nurse
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Associated in Science & Practical Nursing - LPN
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
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