Emily Reither
St. Charles,MO
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Currently training to float into Charge position in my current role. Efficient in coordinating patient care and prioritizing.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse 2
BJC Hosptial
West County
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
RN PRE/POST
Bjc West County GI lab
St. Charles
06.2021 - 03.2024
- I currently work in the pre-and post-area in an Endoscopy department
- I am responsible for getting patients prepped and ready for procedures such as endoscopy's, colonoscopies and ERCP‘s
- In the recovery area where I monitor vital signs and frequently assess until the patient is stable to go home
- I provide discharge teaching and educate on signs and symptoms to watch out for
- I have also been cross trained to work in the procedure rooms where I assist the physicians with procedures by handing them equipment and assisting with collecting biopsies
- In this position I work closely with patients with inflammatory bowel diseases, biliary patients, and patients undergoing routine procedures.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
RN PRE/POSTOP NURSE
St. Louis Eye Surgery Center
St. Charles
11.2020 - 06.2021
- I worked at the surgery center floating between pre- and post-operative units
- At this surgery center in the preop area, I prep patients for surgery by putting in IV’s, hanging fluids/antibiotics, taking vitals, and administering the appropriate medications beforehand
- In post-op, I recovered patients’ post-surgery and give them instructions about how to care for themselves when they go home
- At the St
- Louis Eye Surgery Center, I cared for patients before and after cataract surgeries, retina surgeries, and plastic reconstructive surgeries.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
RN Staff Nurse
St. Luke's Hospital
St. Charles
05.2018 - 01.2020
- I am responsible for caring for up to five patients on dayshift on the cardiac floor
- I pass medications, complete a full head to toe assessment, assure patient safety, perform Needle sticks such as IVs and blood draws, monitor heart rhythms via telemetry monitoring and EKG’s and prepare patients for surgery and discharge post-surgery to ensure patients feel safe and comfortable and have all of the knowledge they need to be successful at home
- I was trained to be charge nurse and floated in and out of that role over my coarse of employment.
PCT
St. Luke's Hospital
St. Charles
08.2013 - 01.2020
- Works all shifts including days, nights, and evenings
- Responsible for ensuring patient privacy and safety, collecting blood work and blood sugars, performing EKG's and bladder scans, inserting indwelling foley catheters, bathing, feeding, charting intake and output, taking vitals, and assisting with all other ADL's
- I work nights the majority of the time where I am responsible for collecting blood work on all of my patients.
CNA
BARRATHAVEN
St. Charles
07.2011 - 08.2013
Education
Bachelors - BSN
Skills
- Phlebotomy (3 years)
- RN (6 years)
- Hospital Staff Nurse
- Med Surg
- Works great independently as well as in a group Loves patient care Willing to learn new skills Always on time Educated in endoscopic procedures such as EUS, ERCP, colonoscopies and upper endosvopies Trained in cerner and epic Skilled in Microsoft word, teams and excel
- Discharge Planning
- Health Promotion
- Basic Life Support
- Geriatric Care
- Quality Improvement
- Compassion and Empathy
- Care Planning
- Chart Updating
- Healthcare Billing
- Health Care Consultation
- Patient Management
- ADL Assistance
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Medical Assessment
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Follow-Up Calls
- Care Plan Development
- Tracheostomy Care
- Documenting Vitals
- Epic EHR Management
- Cardiac Care
- IV Setup
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Intake and Discharge
Certification
- CNA Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- RN
Timeline
Clinical Nurse 2
BJC Hosptial
03.2024 - Current
RN PRE/POST
Bjc West County GI lab
06.2021 - 03.2024
RN PRE/POSTOP NURSE
St. Louis Eye Surgery Center
11.2020 - 06.2021
RN Staff Nurse
St. Luke's Hospital
05.2018 - 01.2020
PCT
St. Luke's Hospital
08.2013 - 01.2020
CNA
BARRATHAVEN
07.2011 - 08.2013