Christine Sever
Westfall,IN
Summary
I am a highly skilled nursing professional with a strong background in post-anesthesia care and patient recovery. I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality patient care while collaborating effectively with healthcare teams. I have expertise including patient assessment, monitoring vital signs, and administering medications. I am reliable and adaptable, ensuring seamless transitions and optimal patient outcomes.
I truly enjoy taking care of people and genuinely want the best outcome for them. I work hard to provide excellent care for my patients and take pride in making them feel like they are provided quality and compassionate care.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, PACU
Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center IUBeltway Surgery
02.2005 - Current
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients in an outpatient hand specialty surgery center.
- Enhance patient recovery by consistently monitoring and assessing post-operative vital signs.
- Provide comprehensive pre-discharge assessments, verifying that patients met criteria for discharge while addressing any remaining concerns or needs prior to leaving the facility.
- Demonstrate strong clinical assessment skills for early identification of potential complications or adverse reactions following surgery.
- Promote a comfortable environment for patients, addressing concerns, and providing emotional support during post-operative recovery.
- Educate patients and families on post-operative care instructions, fostering better understanding and adherence to prescribed treatments or therapies.
- Collaborate with anesthesia providers to ensure safe and effective management of patient pain during the post-operative period.
- Reduce complications through timely administration of medications and pain management strategies.
- Streamline handoff procedures by efficiently communicating pertinent information to every staff member involved in the patients' care.
- Monitor patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explain course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Work as a charge nurse when current one off work(and did for 3 years during Covid and we had no charge nurse) to keep the unit running smoothly and address any issues that arise during the shift.
- Work as a preceptor, training nurses that are new to the unit and supporting them in their new role.
- Perform pre-op calls to patients to provide instructions for medication stoppage, npo status, etc and all that is necessary for day of surgery.
RN-Telephone Triage
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
10.1999 - 09.2004
- Performed triage on the phone on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided nursing services and health advice for patients and managed care members over the phone
- Evaluated, assessed and documented patients' questions or concerns. Referred patients to appropriate level of care by scheduling appointments to clinics, specialist's or the emergency room.
- Followed pediatric protocols on a computer regarding triage advice while also using my own nursing skills to assess if intervention needed to be done.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- As part of the job, worked for poison control where responsibilities included answering calls on a 24-hour line, managing poisoning emergencies, working with other medical professionals, and recommending treatment for patients who call the poison control hotline.
RN-Pediatric PACU
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
08.1999 - 07.2004
- Worked in both pre-operative and post-operative setting providing care to pediatric patients of all ages in a hospital setting.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Worked in both pre-operative and post-operative setting providing care to pediatric patients of all ages.
- Responsible for monitoring vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, and respirations while maintaining airway management post-operatively.
- Checked patients' level of consciousness and used grading scale.
- Evaluating the surgical site for bleeding or other complications.
- Educated patients and their families on post-surgery care
- Discharged patients to a hospital floor or to home after establishing discharge criteria.
Registered Nurse-PICU
Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital/University
09.1992 - 06.1999
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
- Provided mentorship to student nurses completing their clinical rotations in the PICU setting by sharing clinical knowledge, demonstrating effective nursing skills, and modeling professional behavior.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to patients ranging in age from newborn to 20 years old.
- Effectively managed multiple priorities during high-stress situations by remaining calm, organized, and focused on delivering optimal patient care.
- Provided leadership as a charge nurse after only one year PICU experience.
- Supported families during difficult times by providing emotional support, education on their child''s condition, and resources for coping strategies.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by collaborating with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Expedited admissions process by obtaining accurate patient histories and conducting thorough physical assessments upon arrival to the PICU.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Mary's College
Notre Dame05-1992
Skills
- Basic Life Support/ ACLS/PALS certified
- Postoperative care including vital sign monitoring/airway management/pain management/fluid management
- IV Insertion
- IV Insertion/blood draws
- Lab testing
- Preoperative preparation including pre-op admission
- Discharge/Patient education
- Compassionate Care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
RN, PACU
Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center IUBeltway Surgery
02.2005 - Current
RN-Telephone Triage
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
10.1999 - 09.2004
RN-Pediatric PACU
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
08.1999 - 07.2004
Registered Nurse-PICU
Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital/University
09.1992 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Mary's College
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