Compassionate nursing professional with a strong foundation in patient assessment and vital signs monitoring. Recognized for driving improvements in nursing care and team leadership to achieve superior patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Accura Spirit Lake
Spirit Lake, Iowa
05.2023 - Current
Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated comprehensive nursing care for patients to enhance recovery outcomes.
Administered medications based on established protocols and individual patient needs.
Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to healthcare team to support timely interventions.
Documented patient information in electronic health record systems to ensure accuracy and continuity of care.
Director of Nursing
Longhouse-Northshire Nursing Home
Spencer, Iowa
05.2020 - 05.2023
Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
Ensured compliance with state regulations and nursing home policies consistently.
Managed nursing schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels at all times.
Collaborated with administration on budgeting and resource allocation strategies.
Facilitated communication between families, staff, and healthcare providers effectively.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Iowa Lakes Community College
Emmetsburg, IA
05-2011
Skills
Medication management
Patient evaluation
Nursing care management
Care plan development
Vital signs assessment
Electronic health records
Staff oversight
Affiliations
Volunteer for Milford Fire Dept and EMT rescue for 9 years