Donna Kordsiemon
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic registered nurse bringing 33 years of experience treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare providers. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Northwest Medical Center- Houghton
04.2022 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Adjunct Faculty Member
Pima Community College
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Utilized various teaching methodologies to accommodate different learning styles within the clinical setting.
- Increased student engagement through the implementation of interactive activities during clinical sessions.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling discussion of topics relevant to clinicals to boost student learning and retention.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. Joseph's Hospital
07.1993 - 03.2023
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Contributed to the creation of a positive work culture within the Emergency Department by actively participating in team-building activities, offering constructive feedback, celebrating successes, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among colleagues.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05.1991
Skills
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
Certification
- CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
- CPEN - Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Member
Pima Community College
08.2022 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Northwest Medical Center- Houghton
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. Joseph's Hospital
07.1993 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
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