Caitlynn Skjervem
Austin,MN
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Clinical Supervisor
Sacred Heart Care Center
Austin, MN
11.2023 - Current
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications and wound care.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Monitored and managed home INR testing, and adjusted blood thinner medications per physician orders.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
- Recruited, hired, trained, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
- Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
- Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
- Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
IV/Transfusion Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment
- Administer and educate patient’s on different blood products
- Coordinated with physicians regarding patient access
- Place PIVs
- Manage, access, and trouble shoot all forms of central lines
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process
- Play an essential role in the code team when access for the patient was limited
- Play an essential role in the trauma team when the patient is in need of blood products
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
Austin, Minnesota
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and oxygen delivery devices
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions
MRI Aide
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Assist the MRI Technologist with transferring patients to the MRI table
- Assist the MRI Technologist with the safety aspects of the MRI scan (ear plugs, placing coils, pads, comfort, secure catheters, removing metal)
- Remove IV's on patients after contrast administration
- Used mobility devices to transfer patients
- Provided patients with support and companionship
- Assist patients with dressing needs after the MRI scan
- Ensure MRI scan rooms supplies are fully stocked at the end of each shift
- Ensure infection prevention measures are taken by wiping off MRI scan table and padding after the patient exits the room
- Ensure MRI safety measures are taken for myself prior to entering MRI scan room
Covid-19 Swabber
Olmsted Medical Center
Rochester, MN
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Ensure patients feel comfortable, safe, and respected during the collection of Covid-19, Strep, and Influenza samples
- Effectively completing two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient is being swabbed
- Effectively verifying sample labeling to match the patient's two identifiers
- Completed all assigned tasks prior to shift end
- Effectively stocked supplies prior to end of shift
- Effectively evaluated infection prevention and control measures
- Performed infection prevention activities, including proper donning and doffing of personal protective equipment
Assistant Director of Nursing
Primrose Retirement Community LLC
Austin, MN
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed incoming telephone calls, took messages and directed callers to personnel
- Transcribed physicians' notes and entered data into paper chart system
- Coordinated appointments and transportation for residents
- Kept office spaces well-stocked with administrative and medical supplies
- Prepared new charts, updated existing charts and managed records transfers between offices
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality
- Assisted with hospital admissions and paperwork
- Created and maintained accurate and confidential patient files according to regulatory mandates
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies
- Communicated with residents to gather intake data and verify chart information
Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide
Primrose Retirement Communities LLC
Austin, MN
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Assist residents with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Facilitate activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Conduct routine checks on residents vitals
- Exhibit compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death
- Manage and maintain residents rooms, shared-living areas and nurses station
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to policies and procedures
- Used mobility devices to transfer residents
- Documented activities and recorded information in paper charting system
- Administered medications such as daily medications, supplements, and insulins
- Managed medication supply room to determine what needs to be ordered
- Managed medication carts to determined what needs to be restocked
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Mankato, MN09.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing courses
Riverland Community College
Austin, MN09.2020
High School Diploma -
Hayfield High School
Hayfield, MN06.2017
Certification
- Register Nurse License (2507200)
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Timeline
RN Clinical Supervisor
Sacred Heart Care Center
11.2023 - Current
IV/Transfusion Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
02.2023 - 11.2023
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
10.2022 - 02.2023
MRI Aide
Mayo Clinic
03.2022 - 10.2022
Covid-19 Swabber
Olmsted Medical Center
11.2021 - 02.2022
Assistant Director of Nursing
Primrose Retirement Community LLC
05.2021 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Medication Aide
Primrose Retirement Communities LLC
08.2018 - 10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing courses
Riverland Community College
High School Diploma -
Hayfield High School
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