April Richling
Antigo,WI
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience in healthcare. Bringing forth highly regarded skills in providing optimum patient care and carrying out all treatment protocols with sensitivity and precision. Solutions oriented and highly skilled in patient care management and collaboration. Embraced continued education with enthusiasm. Proficient in medication distribution, the taking of and interpretation of vital signs and providing treatments such as wound care, ostomy care and diabetic care. I work very well with others, open to critique and communication with my co-workers.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Traveler
Maxim Healthcare
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
06.2022 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and administered medication as prescribed by physician.
- Performed assessments of physical, mental, and emotional conditions of patients.
- Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
- Assisted physicians during treatments, examinations, and surgeries.
- Conducted patient rounds to assess condition, address concerns, and provide support services.
- Organized daily workflow activities to maintain efficient operations within the unit.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent needs.
- Adhered to infection control protocols such as proper hand washing techniques.
- Actively listened to patient's complaints and provided appropriate interventions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
RN in Labor and Delivery
St. Mary's Hospital
Rhinelander
07.2014 - 06.2021
- Provided optimal care for antepartum, labor, delivery, post-partum and mother-baby care units, including routine care as well as situation-specific high risk cares and hospital transfers
- Able to change care plans efficiently and make quick decisions based on assessments when situations became complicated or life-threatening
- Acted as liaison with OB and Anesthesia providers
- Provided optimal care for the mother-baby during acute withdrawal from many different types of drug use
- Provided IV insertions, medications, insertion site care and monitoring and removal of IVs for both mothers and babies
- BLS , S.T.A.B.L.E
- And NRP certified
RN in Acute Rehab and Long Term Care
Homme Home
Wittenberg
05.2005 - 12.2012
- Provided residents in day to day tasks in accordance with patient care plans and physician's orders
- Acted as a primary liaison with long-term care providers
- Acted as DON and Unit Manager when said team members were not present due to vacations, illness or away for seminars.
Education
Associate Nursing Degree -
Northcentral Technical College
05.2005
Diploma -
General Education
Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Multitasking Skills
- Knowledgeable in Medical Terminology and Procedures
- Patient Advocacy
- Teamwork Skills
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
References
References available upon request
Timeline
RN Traveler
Maxim Healthcare
06.2022 - Current
RN in Labor and Delivery
St. Mary's Hospital
07.2014 - 06.2021
RN in Acute Rehab and Long Term Care
Homme Home
05.2005 - 12.2012
Associate Nursing Degree -
Northcentral Technical College
Diploma -
General Education