Christine Colby
Brandon,SD
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center
10.2019 - Current
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Supported needs of 18 + residents under long-term care.
Personal Caregiver
Visiting Angels
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethany Home Brandon
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Answered call lights and supported resident comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding residents with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
Courtesy Clerk, Cashier, Customer Service Representative
Hy-Vee
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Addressed customer complaints in friendly and helpful manner to restore satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed over 30 customer calls per day.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD05.2024
Diploma -
Brandon Valley High School
Brandon, SD05.2018
Clinical Experience
- High Acuity Clinical rotation Spring 2024 - Current at Avera McKennan Hospital.
- Pediatric Clinical rotation completed Fall 2023 at Sanford Children's Hospital.
- Maternal Newborn Clinical rotation completed Fall 2023 at Avera McKennan Hospital.
- Nursing Clinical Internship on Post-Partum completed Summer 2023 - Fall 2023 at Avera McKennan Hospital.
- Mental Health Clinical rotation completed Spring 2023 at Avera Behavioral Health.
- Public Health Clinical rotation completed Spring 2023 through Avera, Sanford, and the community.
- Medical-Surgical Clinical rotation completed Fall 2022 on Surgical Vascular at Sanford Hospital.
- Medical-Surgical Clinical rotation completed Spring 2022 on Rehab at Avera McKennan.
Certification
- Basic Life Support - Certificate ID: X3DODP
- South Dakota Certified Nursing Assistant - Certificate ID: A048594
References
Cheri Kovalenko, DNP, RN, FNP-BC
605-212-0035
Cheri.Kovalenko@USiouxFalls.edu
Nursing Advisor
Jill Pitz, MSN, RN, FNP-BC
712-490-3633
Jill.Pitz@sduih.org
Nursing Professor
Taylor Lepke, RN
605-630-8399
Taylor.Lepke@Avera.org
Nursing Clinical Internship Preceptor
Timeline
Personal Caregiver
Visiting Angels
06.2020 - 01.2021
Patient Care Technician
Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center
10.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethany Home Brandon
12.2018 - 01.2020
Courtesy Clerk, Cashier, Customer Service Representative
Hy-Vee
01.2016 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Sioux Falls
Diploma -
Brandon Valley High School