Caitlin Zillmer
Brookfield,WI
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 12 years of surgical experience at Waukesha Memorial Hospital, skilled in complex and compassionate care.
Transitioned to the School Nurse role 2 years ago, successfully improving student attendance by addressing health issues, administering first aid and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. Certified in CPR/AED, I excel in teamwork and collaboration, enhancing student well-being through proactive health assessments and interventions.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 14 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, multitasking, and prioritizing patient needs.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Substitute School Nurse
Brookfield Academy
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment for all students.
- Maintained accurate and confidential student health records, ensuring compliance with state regulations and school policies.
- Enhanced student health and well-being by conducting thorough assessments and providing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured timely response to emergencies by maintaining current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and other pertinent training programs.
- Provided compassionate care to ill or injured students, coordinating with parents as needed for timely pickup or further medical attention.
- Improved attendance rates by working closely with parents to address ongoing health issues impacting their child''s ability to attend school regularly.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Waukesha Memorial Hospital
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI12.2008
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Professionalism and ethics
- Parent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- First aid
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
CPR/AED
B.S.N.
Timeline
Substitute School Nurse
Brookfield Academy
Registered Nurse
Waukesha Memorial Hospital
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Marquette University