Chelsea Hanson
Registered Nurse
Groton ,SD
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse at Avera St. Luke's Hospital with extensive experience across various units, specializing in Critical Care. Proven ability to communicate effectively and advocate for patients and their families, ensuring optimal care in high-pressure environments. Committed to continuous learning and skill acquisition to provide comprehensive nursing care for patients of all ages.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
Aberdeen, South Dakota
05.2021 - Current
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Assist in the care of patients experiencing minor trauma, heart attacks, strokes, overdoses, dislocations, wounds in need of suturing.
- Per Diem Employee
Registered Nurse, PACU
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
Aberdeen , South Dakota
08.2017 - Current
- Monitor patients in the immediate post-surgical atmosphere in Phase 1 recovery.
- Assist with nerve blocks and other various procedures, such as cardioversions, transesophageal echocardiograms, bone marrow biopsies, and CT-guided biopsies.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
Aberdeen, South Dakota
08.2017 - Current
- Administered conscious sedation to ensure comfort of patients undergoing endovascular interventions.
- Reported any unusual findings or changes in patient status promptly to attending physician.
- Assessed patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and blood pressure prior to, during and after procedure.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
Aberdeen, South Dakota
06.2011 - 07.2016
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, identifying changes and coordinating appropriate responses.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring patients transitioned safely from ICU to next level of care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
Aberdeen, South Dakota
07.2010 - 06.2011
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presentation College
Aberdeen, SD05-2010
Skills
- Ventilator Management and Cares
- PICC RN
- PICC Instructor
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Certified
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
08.2017 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
08.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Avera St. Luke's Hospital
07.2010 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presentation College
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