Bobbie Kohlmeyer
Waterloo
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Trinity Hospital/ Heath Care
Waterloo
03.1997 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments to critically ill newborns in a specialized unit.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for infants.
- Monitored vital signs and responded quickly to changes in patient conditions.
- Educated parents on neonatal care and provided emotional support during difficult times.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment for respiratory support and monitoring purposes.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on unit protocols and best practices for neonatal care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care delivery.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings and physician orders.
- Instructed families on infant care techniques including breastfeeding support, kangaroo care, nutrition education, bathing and diapering techniques.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control principles in order to reduce potential transmission of infectious agents.
- Formulated care plans for every individual neonatal intensive care patient, reviewing on daily basis to determine effectiveness.
- Utilized valuable communication skills to deliver information to family members regarding patient treatment, care and medical options.
- Served as preceptor for new nursing personnel entering the unit.
- Assessed vital signs and monitored physiological parameters of newborns.
- Delivered exceptional care to neonatal ICU patients in setting.
- Assisted with transport of high risk neonates between hospitals or departments within the hospital.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and standards of practice.
- Collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, physical therapists, social workers, dietitians, and other health professionals to provide comprehensive care for infants.
- Managed day-to-day routines for newborn babies by administering medication and fluids and checking vital signs regularly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and plan for discharge needs.
- Evaluated responses to treatments and adjusted therapies accordingly.
- Initiated emergency resuscitation measures when necessary per American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines.
- Actively participated in performance improvement activities aimed at improving patient outcomes.
- Performed therapeutic interventions such as endotracheal intubation, umbilical line insertion, and assisted with mechanical ventilation.
- Maintained accurate documentation of assessments and interventions in electronic medical records system.
- Adhered to safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff members.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to analyze situations quickly while maintaining quality patient care.
- Provided direct care to critically ill neonates in a level 3 NICU setting.
- Provided emotional support for families during difficult times.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, Iowa, IASkills
- Administering
- Administering medications
- Neonatal care
- Advanced monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Emergency response
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Performance evaluation
- Emotional support
- Training new staff
- Pediatric education
- Infection control
- Wound care
- Neurophysiology
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Care planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter care
- End-of-life care
- Palliative care
- Patient assessments
- Cultural competence
- Educating families
- Clinical documentation
- [State] licensed practical nurse
- Patient intake
- Verbal and written communication
- Compassionate care
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Pain management
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Pediatric care
- Vital signs
- Shared governance
- Immunization administration
- Patient safety protocols
- Inpatient care
- Caregiving skills
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Preventive care
- Medication administration
- Quality assurance
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Health education
- Patient management
- Counting narcotics
- HIPAA protocols
- Physical assessment
- Medical records management
- Epic EMR software
- Cerner EMR software
- Medication reconciliation
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse 09/17/1997
Iowa Board of Nursing P39062
Iowa Board of Nursing P39062
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Trinity Hospital/ Heath Care
03.1997 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hawkeye Community College