Emily Kolker
Sioux City,SD
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse, offering background in critical care, mental health, and geriatrics. Known for providing personalized patient care; skilled at coordinating with healthcare professionals to advance quality of life for diverse populations. Significant impact made by implementing dedication and volunteering in leadership roles. I am an active member of the hospital's shared government committee. Prior to becoming a nurse, I was also the president of student nurses locally at the university, and at the state level for the Iowa Association of nursing students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Hospital
Sioux City, IA
07.2023 - Current
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Mental Health Assistant
Human Services Center
Yankton , SD
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Monitored patient behaviors and reported significant changes to supervising mental health professionals.
- Actively listened to clients without judgement while providing a safe space for them to express themselves freely.
CNA/Advanced CMA
Birchwood Cottages
Mankato , MN
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Administered medications to residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Briar Cliff University
Sioux City, IA05-2023
Skills
- Precepting
- Strong medical ethic
- Clinical judgment
- Care plan development
- Patient education and counseling
- Family advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Unity Point Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Mental Health Assistant
Human Services Center
05.2020 - 08.2021
CNA/Advanced CMA
Birchwood Cottages
01.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Briar Cliff University
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