Elizabeth Knutson
Brownsville,MN
Summary
Enthusiastic, adaptable Bachelor of Science nursing graduate with over 8 years of compassionate patient care experience. Conscientious and well balanced with a commitment to increase knowledge while participating in a culturally dynamic team atmosphere. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health Nurse
Houston County Public Health and Human Services
04.2019 - 06.2024
- Minnesota Vaccines for Children (MnVFC) and Uninsured Underinsured Vaccines for Adults (UUAV) program coordinator.
- Educated the public on disease prevention strategies through community presentations, workshops, and written materials.
- Increased vaccination rates within the community through targeted campaigns and educational outreach efforts.
- Reduced disease transmission through administering immunizations and providing education on infection prevention.
- Strengthened relationships with community partners by participating in collaborative events focused on improving the local public health landscape.
- Implemented Maternal Early Childhood Sustained Home-visiting (MECSH) home visiting curriculum with high risk families.
- Visited homes to determine patient and family needs.
- Conducted outreach programs in underserved communities to increase access to healthcare services and improve overall quality of life.
- Promoted maternal and child health by offering prenatal care, family planning counseling, and well-child visits for families in need.
- Women Infants and Children supplemental nutrition program (WIC) coordinator.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
RN & Director of Nursing (DON)
Caledonia Care & Rehab
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Nursing care for residents in LTC.
- Supervise and delegate tasks to CNA’s, TMA’s, RN's and LPN’s.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Managed and conducted continued education for staff needs, infection control, incident reporting and investigations.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Work with interdisciplinary team to ensure safe patient care, staff education, and functioning of facility.
RN in Surgical/Trauma/Neuro Unit
Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC)
10.2016 - 05.2018
- Provide nursing care in a Level 1 trauma center to patients with a wide variety of acute and/or chronic illnesses, diseases and trauma
- 1 year experience in STN 4, which is an ICU stepdown unit, caring for patients with more complex health concerns
- Assess patients, apply interventions and provide prescribed care to ensure timely positive patient outcomes
- Work with unit manager, supervisor, and staff to implement and document unit-based trials to advance standards of care and improve patient outcomes
- Supervise and delegate tasks to assistants, along with follow up to ensure completion
- Communicate effectively with patient, family, and health care team to ensure the patient’s wellbeing and increase satisfaction
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
HCA in Surgical/Trauma/Neuro Unit
Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC)
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Increased patient satisfaction levels by consistently going above-and-beyond in providing exceptional care tailored to individual preferences.
- Recognize and communicate changes in patients’ health status & assist nurses as needed
- Boosted patient morale with a positive attitude, effective communication, and active listening skills to address concerns and validate emotions.
- Compassionately care for a highly diverse population of patients
- Documentation in Electronic Health Record – Epic.
Project Manager Assistant
Rose Creek Builders
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Direct supervision of subcontractors for multiple job sites
- Work with customers and managers to problem solve, plan, and evaluate scheduling, materials, and completed work to satisfactory levels
- Estimate, inventory, order, and foresee needed products and materials in order to maintain scheduling.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Herzing University
Crystal, MN08.2016
Skills
- Multicultural Competence
- Spanish speaking
- Medication and immunization Administration
- Cardiac Telemetry
- HIPPA, OSHA, JCHAO
- Public Health
- Effective communication skills
- Client Counseling
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Breastfeeding support
- Maternal health
- Nutrition counseling
- Infection Control
- Geriatric Care
Certificationsawards
- Public health nurse certificate 2016
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Public Health Nurse
Houston County Public Health and Human Services
04.2019 - 06.2024
RN & Director of Nursing (DON)
Caledonia Care & Rehab
05.2018 - 04.2019
RN in Surgical/Trauma/Neuro Unit
Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC)
10.2016 - 05.2018
HCA in Surgical/Trauma/Neuro Unit
Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC)
09.2015 - 10.2016
Project Manager Assistant
Rose Creek Builders
09.2013 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Herzing University
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