April Wiegert
West Des Moines,IA
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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
The Village, A Wesley Life Community
Indianola, IA
11.2022 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
RN
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Des Moines, IA
05.2022 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Promoted a positive work environment within the PCU team through collaboration, mutual respect, and proactive problem-solving approaches.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
RN
Gifted Healthcare
Metairie, LA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and providing high-quality care in critical situations.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication through comprehensive documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely information sharing among team members.
- Increased efficiency of unit operations by collaborating with staff to streamline processes and optimize resources.
- Provided expert clinical judgment during rapidly evolving situations, initiating appropriate interventions to maximize patient outcomes.
- Supported family members during challenging times, offering emotional support, resources, and clear explanations of complex medical conditions to alleviate anxieties surrounding the critical care experience.
RN
Host Healthcare
San Diego, CA
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
RN, Critical Care
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
Des Moines, IA
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and providing high-quality care in critical situations.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication through comprehensive documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely information sharing among team members.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to fluctuating workloads while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure, effectively managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Supported family members during challenging times, offering emotional support, resources, and clear explanations of complex medical conditions to alleviate anxieties surrounding the critical care experience.
RN
Edgewater, A Wesley Life Community
West Des Moines, IA
03.2016 - 04.2020
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
LPN
Manor Care
West Des Moines, IA
10.2013 - 04.2016
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
LPN
Mercy Clinics
Des Moines, IA
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Purdue University
Urbandale, IA05.2016
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Kaplan University
Urbandale, IA01.2012
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Geriatric Care
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Intensive Care Unit Experience
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- High level of autonomy
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Timeline
RN
The Village, A Wesley Life Community
11.2022 - Current
RN
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
RN
Gifted Healthcare
08.2021 - 05.2022
RN
Host Healthcare
12.2020 - 08.2021
RN, Critical Care
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
08.2016 - 08.2021
RN
Edgewater, A Wesley Life Community
03.2016 - 04.2020
LPN
Manor Care
10.2013 - 04.2016
LPN
Mercy Clinics
04.2012 - 04.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Purdue University
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Kaplan University