Eileen Klose
Mesa,Arizona
Summary
- Clinically experienced professional RN with over 20 years' experience in the nursing areas of perioperative, internal medicine, surgical nursing, and nursing education, who is hardworking and highly motivated with customer service and time management abilities looking to take on new challenges and roles.
- Patient-driven Perioperative Nurse, considered talented leader and enthusiastic employee who is eager to contribute to a dynamic team.
- Dedicated and adaptable with a proactive attitude to providing quality compassionate care and exceeding patient care expectations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Swagel Wootton Eye Institute
Mesa, AZ
07.2022 - Current
- Performed pre-admission chart reviews on patients before surgery to ensure they are medically suitable for the procedure.
- Educated patients and families about perioperative nursing care practices, procedures, and instructions.
- Collaborated with physicians and CRNAs in order to provide optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered and documented perioperative patient care activities, including vital signs, medication administration, insertion of IV, and monitored patient accurately, in accordance with department standards.
- Individualized care for each surgical patient by soothing anxieties and explaining procedures.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and observed strict intraoperative safety measures.
- Utilized computerized Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Vaccination Support Registered Nurse
CVS Healthcare
Mesa, AZ
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared and administered vaccines (COVID-19, MMR, Tetanus, Pneumonia, Shingles) according to established protocols to walk-in patients in a clinic setting, under the guidance of a licensed pharmacist.
- Managed inventory of vaccine supplies and ensured they were stored in accordance with recommended standards.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured proper disposal of used needles, syringes, and other medical waste materials related to vaccination services.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients and families, if needed.
- Evaluated patient post-immunization, monitored for adverse response, and counseled patients regarding vaccine side effects.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Family Tree Healthcare
Mesa, AZ
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Instructed patients on post-vaccination care.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions following vaccinations.
- Provided education and counseling to patients regarding the importance of receiving the COVID-19 multi-dose vaccine.
- Maintained accurate records of vaccinations administered.
Staff Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
03.2001 - 01.2016
- Provide direct patient care, including administering medications, performing assessments, developing, and implementing individualized care plans in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols on a medical cardiology, telemetry, surgical cardiology, and cardiothoracic surgery step-down unit.
- Worked full time from 3/2001 to 4/2003, part-time from 2/2005 to 1/2016.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and achieve optimal outcomes.
- Ensured a safe environment for all patients through adherence to safety protocols including infection control practices.
- Maintained current knowledge of advances in medical technology through continuing education courses.
- Managed patient records through electronic medical record system while maintaining confidentiality of all information according to HIPAA regulations.
Nursing Education Specialist
Mayo Clinic Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
04.2003 - 01.2008
- Developed and implemented curriculum, which included lectures, discussions, and simulations, for new graduate nurses that complied with accreditation standards. Provided NCLEX review course through Kaplan.
- Served as a resource for unit RN preceptors of new graduate nurses regarding clinical practice issues related to patient care.
- Committed passionately to new graduate nurse development through hands-on training.
- Supervised new graduate nurses on units to ensure compliance and safe practices, offering feedback and knowledgeable advice to advance learning and abilities.
- Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
- Attended countrywide job fairs to recruit new graduate nurses and promote The Mayo Clinic Hospital New Graduate Support Program.
NCLEX Review Instructor
Kaplan
Tempe, AZ
06.2004 - 04.2006
- Implemented lesson plans created by Kaplan that comprised content review and Kaplan's proprietary 'Decision Tree' method of instruction and practice questions.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing open communication with students.
Travel Staff Registered Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
San Diego, CA
09.2000 - 06.2001
- Provide direct patient care, including administering medications, performing assessments, developing, and implementing individualized care plans in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols on a medical cardiology, telemetry, surgical cardiology, and cardiothoracic surgery step-down unit.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and achieve optimal outcomes.
- Ensured a safe environment for all patients through adherence to safety protocols including infection control practices.
- Maintained current knowledge of advances in medical technology through continuing education courses.
- Managed patient records through electronic medical record system while maintaining confidentiality of all information according to HIPAA regulations.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago, IL
05.1995 - 09.2000
- Provided direct patient care, using the 5-step nursing process which included administering medications, performing assessments, developing, and implementing individualized care plans in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols on an internal medicine unit from 5/1995 to 8/1998, then float pool from 8/1998 to 9/2000.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ04-2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL05-1995
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail with compassion and empathy
- Stamina to work under pressure
- Positive professional attitude
- Diplomatic, adaptable, and patient
- Comfortable with patient teaching using clear complete communication
Affiliations
- Yoga practitioner
- Volunteer with charitable organizations
Certification
- Professional licensure: State of Arizona, Illinois
- BLS and ACLS certification from American Safety and Health Institute
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Swagel Wootton Eye Institute
07.2022 - Current
Vaccination Support Registered Nurse
CVS Healthcare
11.2021 - 02.2022
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Family Tree Healthcare
02.2021 - 06.2021
NCLEX Review Instructor
Kaplan
06.2004 - 04.2006
Nursing Education Specialist
Mayo Clinic Hospital
04.2003 - 01.2008
Staff Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Hospital
03.2001 - 01.2016
Travel Staff Registered Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
09.2000 - 06.2001
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
05.1995 - 09.2000
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University of Chicago
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