Caroline Guenther
Green Valley,AZ
Summary
Registered Nurse with a track record of efficient task completion in diverse patient care settings. Experienced in delivering high-quality care as part of multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication and adaptability skills contribute to improved patient outcomes. Committed to exceptional care through empathy and active listening, with a strong work ethic and motivation for new challenges.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Nephrology
Fresenius Medical Care
Tucson, AZ
05.2024 - 07.2025
- Coordinated clinically competent care for patients with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care strategies.
- Conducted ongoing collection and analysis of patient data during hemodialysis treatment, documenting findings.
- Modified treatment plans based on patient data and communicated changes to team leader or physician.
- Administered prescribed medications per approved algorithms, documenting justification and effectiveness.
- Assessed and documented learning needs of patients’ families, providing necessary education.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety and well-being.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Infusion RN
Suburban Gastroenterology, LTD
Naperville, IL
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Coordinated administration of therapeutic IV treatments for patients with gastrointestinal conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and communicated effectively with care teams.
- Checked vital signs, monitored reactions, and reported findings to physicians.
- Managed infusion area, ordered medications, and stocked necessary supplies.
- Scheduled patients and developed comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff to enhance operational efficiency in infusion department.
- Handled emergency situations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Documented patient information accurately to ensure continuity of care.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Edward Hospital – Main Campus
Naperville, IL
01.1999 - 04.2022
- Assessed and managed patient treatments for diverse diagnoses in Medical Surgical ICU.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary healthcare staff to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Managed treatment strategies for chronically ill and acute patients to enhance health outcomes.
- Documented all patient interactions in Epic Charting system for accurate record-keeping.
- Tailored bedside care based on cultural backgrounds to improve patient interactions.
- Counseled patients and families regarding treatment options, discharge, and home care instructions.
- Engaged in continuing education and unit meetings while mentoring new staff on unit policies.
- Delivered specialized care to critically ill Covid patients in designated ICU units.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
Downers Grove, IL
09.1991 - 01.1999
- Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with coordinated treatment strategies
- Provided targeted care and treatment to open heart, cardiac, trauma, and medical-surgical intensive care patients
- Mentored staff; Shift Charge Nurse for Level 1 Trauma ICU for several years
- Documented work in Meditech Charting system and updated patients’ records with orders and observations
Travel Registered Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps
Boca Raton, FL
06.1991 - 09.1991
- Contracted nurse for Good Samaritan Hospital, Downers Grove, IL within Critical Care Unit
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center
Lafayette, IN
06.1989 - 05.1991
- Initiated nursing career in a 5-bed Intensive Cardiac Care Unit, providing personalized care for acute myocardial infarction patients.
- Delivered care in a 15-bed cardiac stepdown Tele unit for pacemakers, cardiac catheterization, and open-heart surgeries.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Calumet
Hammond, IN05.1989
Skills
- Patient assessment and education
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Medication administration and monitoring
- Care coordination and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Staff mentoring and development
- Treatment planning
- Electronic health records management
- Infection control practices
- Team collaboration
- Time management skills
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Emotional intelligence
- Compassion and empathy
- Direct nursing care
- patient advocacy
- Advanced cardiac life support
- IV infusion therapy
Certification
- Licensed RN Illinois, 041263015, Active
- Licensed RN Arizona, RN198223, Active
- Licensed RN Indiana, Inactive
- Licensed RN California, Inactive
- Certified CCRN, 11/01/15, Present
- BLS provider, 01/01/89, Present
- ACLS provider, 01/01/91, Present
- AACN member of Northwest Chicago Area Chapter
References
Available upon request
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Hiking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Nephrology
Fresenius Medical Care
05.2024 - 07.2025
Infusion RN
Suburban Gastroenterology, LTD
06.2022 - 04.2024
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Edward Hospital – Main Campus
01.1999 - 04.2022
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
09.1991 - 01.1999
Travel Registered Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps
06.1991 - 09.1991
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center
06.1989 - 05.1991
Associate of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Calumet
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