Cassandra Hendrickson
Bismarck,ND
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated and well-qualified RN with a background in nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Clinical Supervisor
CHI St Alexius Medical Center
Bismarck, North Dakota
06.2006 - 06.2025
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to optimize workflow.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing overall patient safety.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices and hospital standards.
- Supervised clinical staff, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Managed clinical staff schedules to maintain optimal coverage.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to team members.
- Collaborated with administration on budget allocation and resource management.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, focusing on enhanced patient care outcomes.
Registered Nurse Team Lead Operating Room
CHI St Alexius Medical Center
Bismarck, North Dakota
11.2009 - 03.2017
- Same duties as Staff RN in addition to the following:
- Team Lead for: General Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Gynecology Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Pulmonary Surgery, Urology Surgery
Operating Room RN/Charge Nurse
CHI St. Alexius Health Medical
Bismarck, North Dakota
06.2006 - 11.2010
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical team promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Assisted surgical teams during complex procedures to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with anesthesiologists to manage patient sedation during surgeries.
- Trained new nursing staff on operating room protocols and safety standards.
- Acted as liaison between surgical team and patient's family, providing updates during procedures.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures in response to complications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Mary
Bismarck, ND04-2006
Associate of Science - Theology
University of Mary
Bismarck, ND04-2006
Associate of Arts - Phlebotomy
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND08-2004
Skills
- Surgical procedures and protocols
- Emergency response and infection control
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Clinical supervision and performance evaluation
- Team leadership and staff training
- Time management and scheduling
- ECMO management and robotics training
- Effective communication skills
- Adaptability and teamwork
Affiliations
- Owner Operator CJ Landscaping
- Enjoy spending time with my husband and two children while playing baseball, basketball, camping and fishing
Accomplishments
- Nursing Congress Co-Chair
- Nursing Congress Chair
- Unit Nursing Care Counsel President
- Behavioral Standards Committee President
- Ad-hoc Member: Medical Executive Committee, Surgeon Operating Room Committee
- Voting Member: Davinci Robotics Committee, Nursing Leadership Council, Operating Room Block Committee
- Interim Operating Room Educator 2019-2023
Certification
- Registered Nurse-ND State Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support-ND
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Registered Nurse Team Lead Operating Room
CHI St Alexius Medical Center
11.2009 - 03.2017
RN Clinical Supervisor
CHI St Alexius Medical Center
06.2006 - 06.2025
Operating Room RN/Charge Nurse
CHI St. Alexius Health Medical
06.2006 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of Mary
Associate of Science - Theology
University of Mary
Associate of Arts - Phlebotomy
Bismarck State College
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