Gifted registered nurse with proven skills in working with RNs in an hospital and clinic setting offering top-notch patient care and support. Vigilant, systematic and focused on delivering cost-effective, high-quality medical care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Vince Lombardi Cancer Center
12.2023 - Current
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.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse
Aurora BayCare Medical Center NICU
11.2014 - 12.2023
Performs the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic, and quality patient care through assessment of patients, establishment and implementation of the nursing care plan, and evaluation of clinical outcomes within an inpatient environment. Integrates theoretical knowledge with clinical experience in the care of patients and families.triage and consultation to patient, family, and/or significant others according to protocol and established guidelines
Communicates with physicians and other members of the health care team. Provides patient status updates to physicians on a regular basis. Documents, maintains and updates accurate patient records according to agency, state, and federal guidelines
Coordinates the discharge planning process by utilizing the interdisciplinary approach with the patient/family, physician, social worker, and other staff members as appropriate. Assesses and provides patient education and counseling to the patient, family, and/or significant others
Completes routine maintenance and quality monitoring of equipment using appropriate technique when cleaning, sterilizing and caring for instruments and other equipment
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions..
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term
Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.
Nurse Extern
Aurora Baycare NICU
05.2014 - 11.2014
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
Health Unit Coordinator/ Certified Nursing Assistant
Aurora Baycare Medical Center NICU
10.2011 - 05.2014
Provides basic patient care in the clinical setting under the daily direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Performs delegated tasks in the patient care setting that support the environment of patient care. Performs clerical and system coordination for the nursing unit. Monitors and updates orders and schedules diagnostic and therapeutic services. Ensures unit census and patient location is current at all times. Coordinates nursing unit communications and activities.
Assists physicians and other health care team members with hospital systems as needed to access patient information, i.e., medical records, documentation systems. Supports communication required to facilitate patient care.
Completes various errands as directed, including pick-up and delivery of charts, specimens, reports, etc. Maintains and orders stock for nursing area; cleans equipment and work areas.
Coordinates tests and treatments with and between various departments for the patients on the nursing units. Maintains a working knowledge of the functions and services offered by all diagnostic and treatment departments in order to facilitate the scheduling of tests and treatments. Provides appropriate documentation.
Utilizes various hospital computer systems, i.e., EPIC, documentation system. Processes daily patient charges and/or related procedures through the patient information system.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College - Green Bay
Green Bay, WI
2014
Criminal Justice Law Enforcement -
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, WI
12.2009
Skills
Clear Patient Communication
Accurate Documentation
Medical Recordkeeping
Patient Care Assessment
Medical Procedure Preparation
Nursing Assignments
Nursing Staff Management
Daily Intravenous and port access
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Accomplishments
Daisy nominated
Certification
NPR
Stable
BLS
Education
Green Bay, WI,Green Bay, WI
Contact
De Pere, WI 54115
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Vince Lombardi Cancer Center
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse
Aurora BayCare Medical Center NICU
11.2014 - 12.2023
Nurse Extern
Aurora Baycare NICU
05.2014 - 11.2014
Health Unit Coordinator/ Certified Nursing Assistant
Aurora Baycare Medical Center NICU
10.2011 - 05.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College - Green Bay
Criminal Justice Law Enforcement -
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
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