Elizabeth Keller
Nurse
Rhinelander,WI
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience at Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, excelling in critical care and patient safety. Proven ability to mentor students and implement effective teaching strategies, enhancing clinical assessments and fostering positive outcomes. Strong communicator and problem-solver, dedicated to delivering compassionate care and optimizing patient experiences.
Offering background in healthcare and passion for teaching and mentoring. Brings solid understanding of clinical procedures and patient care, ready to translate this into effective teaching and guidance. Ready to use and develop instructional skills and clinical expertise in a formal Nursing Education role.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Nicolet Area Technical College
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging clinical curriculum aligned with industry standards.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions to enhance student skill proficiency in clinical settings.
- Assessed student performance through practical evaluations, ensuring competency in essential techniques..
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate interdisciplinary approaches into clinical instruction.
- Mentored students, providing compassion, empathy, and guidance in the professional role of a registered nurse.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
Nursing Tutor
Nicolet Area Technical College
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans tailored to student needs.
- Facilitated engaging discussions and practical demonstrations to enhance nursing concepts.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with faculty to align curriculum with current nursing standards and practices.
- Organized review sessions to reinforce complex nursing topics and improve student comprehension.
- Maintained flexible scheduling to meet student needs.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital
02.2023 - Current
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, procedures, and post-discharge care.
- Led initiatives to improve infection control and fall reduction protocols, enhancing patient safety standards.
- Mentored junior nurses in advanced monitoring techniques and emergency response procedures.
- Evaluated patient conditions through continuous assessment and adjusted interventions accordingly.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize patient outcomes in high-acuity environments.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
- Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented nursing interventions, adjusting care plans as needed to ensure continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Marshfield Medical Center
2021 - 2023
- Administered emergency care to patients in high-pressure situations, ensuring timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and medical histories, documenting changes for physician review.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to improve patient outcomes and reduce wait times.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on emergency department procedures and best practices.
- Conducted triage assessments to prioritize patient care based on severity of conditions.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- 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.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- 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.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Ascension at Home
2018 - 2021
- Provided competent, compassionate, empathetic, and professional care to patients and families at end-of-life.
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring holistic support and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Assessed patient needs through regular evaluations, adjusting care strategies based on evolving health conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate effective communication and improve patient outcomes.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options, enhancing understanding and comfort during critical times.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices in palliative care delivery and documentation.
- Managed medication schedules, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards for hospice care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless delivery of hospice services.
- Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
- Ensured timely delivery of medical treatments for optimal symptom management while maintaining a high level of compassion.
- Promoted an environment conducive to open communication among staff members regarding complex cases or challenging situations.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans accordingly for best possible outcomes.
- Cultivated a positive team culture through role modeling, active listening, and open communication with peers and supervisors.
- Proactively identified potential barriers to quality care delivery and implemented solutions for improved service provision.
- Provided ongoing mentorship and education to new hires within the hospice nursing team for enhanced clinical competency development.
- Conducted family meetings facilitating discussions surrounding goals of care, advance directives establishment or modification.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
Various
2015 - 2018
- Worked at various locations as Registered Nurse from 2015 to 2018.
- Please inquire for more details.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments, ensuring optimal care quality.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on clinical procedures and best practices in patient management.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, accurately documenting findings to enhance treatment efficacy.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL12-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Wausau, WI12-2014
Skills
- Clinical expertise and Completing clinical assessments
- Teaching and Teaching strategies experience with material preparation
- Student mentoring and evaluation
- Scholarly writing
- Patient safety and Positive outcomes
- Supervising students and Clinical rotation supervision
- Time management including adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving and Critical thinking abilities
- Professional demeanor with Excellent communication skills
- Goal setting
- Interpersonal skills
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Honoree [2020]
Timeline
Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Nicolet Area Technical College
03.2023 - Current
Nursing Tutor
Nicolet Area Technical College
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Marshfield Medical Center
2021 - 2023
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Ascension at Home
2018 - 2021
Registered Nurse
Various
2015 - 2018
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University