Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT
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CHARIS SULTEMEIER

Hewitt,TX

Summary

Registered Nurse with extensive experience in critical care, team leadership, and strategic patient care solutions. Proven track record at Ascension Providence for patient-centered care and leadership. Skilled in patient assessment, documentation, and fostering effective communication in high-stress environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IV Hydration Registered Nurse

Lone Star IV Medics
06.2023 - Current
  • Delivered cost-effective IV hydration and symptom relief services statewide.
  • Assessed patient needs independently, and created customized care plans.
  • Documented detailed data for electronic medical records (EMR), including solution type, administration rate, and duration.

Registered Nurse, Surgical / Medical ICU

Ascension Providence
Waco, Texas
01.2016 - Current
  • Staff Nurse: Provided critical care to complex patients, administered medications, collaborated with the multidisciplinary team, educated patients and families, utilized advanced clinical skills, maintained accurate records, adhered to safety protocols, and demonstrated excellent communication skills.
  • Charge Nurse (September 2021-Present): Responsible for overseeing patient care, staff management, and the day-to-day operations of the unit.
  • Preceptor (2018 - Present): Serve as a preceptor for new hires and nursing students, providing clinical instruction and mentorship.
  • Scheduling Committee (March 2019 – January 2023): supported management in maintaining six-week schedules.
  • Fun Committee (May 2022 - Present): Organizing social events and activities for employees for stress relief, and team bonding.

Achievements:

  • Nurse of the Month (ICU): April 2021, and January 2023.
  • Ascension Providence Nurse of the Year Nominee: May 2022.
  • Three Daisy Nominations for exemplary nursing care.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Schreiner University
Kerrville, Texas
05.2015

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Critical care expertise
  • Team leadership and coordination
  • EMR documentation
  • Time management
  • Strategic Patient Care Solutions
  • Effective Communication

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, State of Texas, 10/31/25
  • BLS - Basic Life Support, AHA, 03/31/25
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, AHA, 03/31/25
  • NIH Stroke Certified, 04/13/25
  • AACN ECCO Modules, 03/01/16

PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT

Unit-Based Council Member
Ascension Providence | November 2016 - Present

  • Addressed unit-specific challenges, fostered improvements in workflow, staffing, and nurse retention.

Clinical Practice Committee Member
Ascension Providence | October 2017 - Present

  • President: January 2020 – December 2021
  • Vice President: January 2023 – December 2023
  • Led policy discussions, collaborated with staff to implement nursing practice improvements.

Timeline

IV Hydration Registered Nurse

Lone Star IV Medics
06.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Surgical / Medical ICU

Ascension Providence
01.2016 - Current
  • Registered Nurse, State of Texas, 10/31/25
  • BLS - Basic Life Support, AHA, 03/31/25
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, AHA, 03/31/25
  • NIH Stroke Certified, 04/13/25
  • AACN ECCO Modules, 03/01/16

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Schreiner University
CHARIS SULTEMEIER