Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Nomad Health
New York, NY
07.2023 - Current
Documents patient histories in electronic medical records and actively participates in clinical documentation improvement (CDI)
Confident in the management of Impella, balloon pump, and temporary pacemakers
Performed data abstraction for NCDR using various EMRs, including Epic, Cerner, MacLab, and Merge
Educated patients on a variety of topics related to cardiac health, including exercise, nutrition, and medication management
Provided critical care to patients in emergency situations, stabilizing conditions and facilitating swift recovery.
Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Director of Nursing
Colonial Health And Rehab
Colby, WI
02.2023 - 07.2023
Directed and oversaw a team of 32 nurses and certified nursing assistants and the care of up to 67 elderly residents in a long term care facility
Increased employee retention by 52% by improving the quality of the company's EOD (employee of the month) program and increasing the number of employees nominated to the program
Established internal standards for employee conduct, resulting in a 60% increase in workplace satisfaction scores
Obtained state certification in wound care management and infection prevention
Improved quality of care through education and employee coaching, as well as process improvement and clinical documentation improvement (CDI) leading the facility to increase their state rating to a five star facility
Holds a broad knowledge of healthcare delivery and managed care regulations
Travel Registered Nurse
Junxion Med Staffing
Fort Worth, TX
08.2022 - 02.2023
Educated on a variety of topics related to cardiac care, including exercise and nutrition, medication management, and smoking cessation
Triages multiple urgencies/emergent cases each day
Reviewed and updated patient histories in electronic medical records
Collection and entry of data into the National Cardiovascular Data Registry
Specialized in circulating both diagnostic and operative cases including high risk percutaneous interventions requiring Impella management
Confident in the management of various devices including Shockwave, Volcano, IFR, Impella, and balloon pump consoles
Administered conscious sedation and pharmacological management of symptoms
Confident in the early recognition and management of cardiac rhythm changes
Travel ICU Registered Nurse
TotalMed
Appleton, WI
03.2022 - 08.2022
Reviewed patient histories in electronic medical records and administered care according to provider orders
Assumed role of charge nurse in the intensive care unit while simultaneously managing two critically ill patients
Proficient in collaborative care management
Enthusiastic patient advocate, knowledgeable in healthcare legislation and federal and individual hospital regulations
Registered Nurse
Hospital Sisters Health System
WI
04.2019 - 03.2022
Performed comprehensive medical assessments and care throughout multiple specialties over a three-year timespan
Accepted a promotion to Charge RN in the drug and alcohol recovery unit, managing the care of up to 42 clients daily
Completed admissions and discharges, including discharge planning and medication-assisted treatment coordination post-discharge
Ensuring transient patients were discharged to a safe environment and working with the county to obtain long-term placement and continued medical treatment
Accepted a transfer to the Neuro Biplane in 2021 as a circulating nurse
Provided conscious sedation and medication management during both neuro- and cardiac interventional cases
Proficient in circulating peripheral, cardiac, and neuro-diagnostic and interventional procedures, including aneurysm coiling, TAVR, EVAR, PFO closures, and carotid stenting
Collection and entry of data using the National Cardiovascular Data Registry
Entered CPT and ICD-10 codes and modifiers to ensure accurate billing procedures
Proficient in the use of Lexicomp
Emergency Medical Technician
Mayo Clinic Health System
Eau Claire, WI
11.2015 - 12.2018
Patient transport fitting patients for crutches and casts administering diagnostic testing including EKGs
Dressing wounds and applying casts
Performed eye irrigations
Responded to cardiac and respiratory codes throughout the hospital
Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Strengthened teamwork among EMS colleagues by actively engaging in constructive discussions for continuous improvement opportunities within the organization.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Rasmussen University
Wausau, WI
08.2024 - Current
Associate of Science -
Rasmussen University
Wausau, WI
01.2024 - 04.2024
Skills
Patient Education
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Timeline
Bachelor of Science -
Rasmussen University
08.2024 - Current
Associate of Science -
Rasmussen University
01.2024 - 04.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Nomad Health
07.2023 - Current
Director of Nursing
Colonial Health And Rehab
02.2023 - 07.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Junxion Med Staffing
08.2022 - 02.2023
Travel ICU Registered Nurse
TotalMed
03.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Hospital Sisters Health System
04.2019 - 03.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Mayo Clinic Health System
11.2015 - 12.2018
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