Cassandra Hecker
Spokane,WA
Summary
Compassionate, experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in hospital care and interdisciplinary teamwork. I was an assistant nurse manager for 6 months but decided I enjoyed bedside nursing more than paperwork. I am currently a relief charge nurse on my unit and love working with a diverse population of patients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
Spokane, Washington
04.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
- Assessed medical-surgical patients and updated care plans.
- Coordinated care with physicians and interdisciplinary hospital teams.
- Documented assessments, treatments, and progress in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on recovery, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to appropriate providers.
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
Spokane, Washington
11.2020 - 03.2023
- Assessed vital signs, performed physical examinations and provided patient education for postpartum mothers.
- Assessed vital signs, bleeding, pain, and recovery status.
- Monitored postpartum mothers and newborns on the hospital postpartum unit.
- Administered medications and coordinated prescribed postpartum treatments.
- Educated families on breastfeeding, infant care, and discharge instructions.
- Documented maternal assessments, newborn care, and care plans.
- Collaborated with obstetric, pediatric, and lactation teams.
- Supported cesarean recovery and routine vaginal delivery care.
- Responded to postpartum complications and escalated urgent concerns.
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
Spokane, Washington
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Monitored compliance with safety, infection control, and care standards.
- Reviewed shift reports and resolved nursing workflow issues promptly.
- Scheduled patient care assignments and balanced workload across nursing staff.
- Coordinated communication between nurses, providers, and support teams.
- Coached new nurses on procedures, documentation, and unit routines.
- Assisted with staff scheduling, performance feedback, and corrective action follow-up.
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
Spokane, Washington
03.2010 - 02.2020
- Assessed patient conditions and documented findings in electronic health records
- Administered medications and monitored responses across inpatient shifts
- Coordinated care plans with physicians, therapists, and support staff
- Educated patients and families on treatments, recovery, and discharge instructions
- Maintained infection control standards and patient safety protocols
- Provided bedside care for Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center patients
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
Spokane , WA
08.2007 - 03.2010
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided bedside care for medical-surgical patients at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center.
- Evaluated patient status during shift handoff for continuity of care. and revised nursing plans during shift handoff.
- Coordinated care by collaborating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, recovery processes, and discharge instructions to promote understanding and compliance.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University of Alexandria
Louisiana, MO05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA06-2007
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
11.2020 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
04.2020 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
03.2010 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
08.2007 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University of Alexandria
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Spokane Community College