April Orrenmaa
York,SC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with 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, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Collaborated with teachers to address diverse learning styles while designing inclusive classroom accommodations for students with chronic illnesses or disabilities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, CPR, and other health-related topics.
- Facilitated early detection of health issues by conducting routine screenings for vision.
Travel Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements and wound debridement.
Registered Nurse
Lake Health West Medical Center
02.2018 - 08.2021
- Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of car
- Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability and versatility in various nursing roles, including direct patient care, preceptorship, and administrative responsibilities.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Registered Nurse
Ashtabula County Medical Center
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lakeland Community College
Willoughby, OH12.2016
Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Discharge Planning
- Medical-Surgical Nursing and Telemetry monitoring
- Immunization Record Review and Vision Screening
- Individualized healthcare plans
- Medication Administration
- EMR / EHR
Certification
BLS
PBNC- Prevent Blindness North Carolina
Timeline
School Nurse
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
10.2021 - 06.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
08.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Lake Health West Medical Center
02.2018 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
Ashtabula County Medical Center
05.2017 - 01.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lakeland Community College