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Cara Kinderman RN, BSN

Wauwatosa,WI

Summary

Adaptable and hard-working Registered Nurse leveraging 8 years of experience in clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about Electronic Health Record charting, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse

Froedtert Hospital
07.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based post-operative care practices.
  • Reduced complications through consistent assessment of pain levels and administration of appropriate medications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes during the recovery process.
  • Streamlined documentation processes for accurate and timely updates on patient medical records.
  • Mentored new Post Anesthesia Care Unit nurses in best practices for post-anesthesia care.
  • Contributed to policy development within the department, incorporating current research findings into practice guidelines for optimal results.

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Froedtert Hospital
05.2019 - 07.2020
  • Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
  • Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and enhance operating room practices.

Trauma Registered Nurse

Froedtert Hospital
05.2016 - 05.2019
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Reduced medical complications by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
05.2016

Skills

  • Adaptable
  • Team collaborator and problem solver
  • Extensive knowledge of Electronic Health Records: inpatient, intraoperative and postoperative Epic environments
  • User Training: Epic Superuser
  • Workflow optimization and process improvements
  • Critical thinker

Leadership and Involvement

  • Professional Development Pathway recognition, Level 4 Nurse
  • Shared Governance Co-Chair
  • Continuous preceptorship of new staff
  • Epic Superuser - 2018, 2021, 2022
  • Annual PACU Skills Fair Facilitator - 2023
  • Chemotherapy Hazardous Medication Superuser and hospital-wide skills implementation - 2022, 2023

Timeline

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse

Froedtert Hospital
07.2020 - Current

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Froedtert Hospital
05.2019 - 07.2020

Trauma Registered Nurse

Froedtert Hospital
05.2016 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

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