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Overview
Work History
Education
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Timeline

Erica Warnke

Registered Nurse
Goodland,Ks

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse and Household Manager with a proven track record at Goodland Regional Medical Center, enhancing patient care through effective infection control measures and compassionate patient interactions. Skilled in medication administration and fostering empathy, demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. Expert in staff supervision and complex problem-solving, consistently delivering high-quality care.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Household Manager

Warnke Household
06.2024 - Current
  • Anticipated the household's needs and proactively addressed them to minimize disruptions or inconveniences.
  • Performed cleaning and organization duties.
  • Managed financial matters for the household, including budgeting, bill payments, and expense tracking.
  • Scheduled appointments for medical, dental, and self-care needs.
  • Coordinated meals for all family members with focus on catering to dietary restrictions.
  • Enhanced household efficiency by implementing and maintaining organizational systems for daily tasks and activities.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Facilitated transportation to and from appointments.
  • Provided assistance with medication management.
  • Tended to childcare responsibilities when necessary with empathy and attentiveness towards each child''s unique needs or interests.

Registered Nurse-Employee Health/Infection Control Coordinator

Goodland Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - 06.2024
  • Optimized environmental cleaning procedures, resulting in decreased transmission of pathogens within the facility.
  • Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
  • Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
  • Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
  • Identified and mitigated unnecessary infection risks through regular reviews and procedural assessments.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of existing infection control policies and procedures, making necessary revisions to adapt to changing needs within the healthcare environment.
  • Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
  • Collaborated with clinical leaders to develop policies and procedures related to infectious disease management, improving overall patient care standards.
  • Educated patients and families about infectious disease prevention strategies, fostering increased understanding and engagement in self-care activities.
  • Gathered and submitted data to regulatory agencies for mandatory report infections such as NHSN-CDC, Sherman County Health Department, Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

Outpatient Infusion Therapy/Employee Health Nurse

Goodland Regional Medical Center
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Served as a liaison between employees and healthcare providers, advocating for appropriate accommodations or modifications based on individual needs.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of wellness initiatives using key performance indicators, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Provided ongoing support to employees dealing with personal health challenges, offering guidance on managing symptoms and maintaining productivity at work.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop holistic care plans that addressed both physical and mental well-being of employees.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.

Dialysis Manager-Registered Nurse

Goodland Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 06.2022
  • Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential hires, assessing their qualifications, experience levels, as well as fit within the organization''s culture.
  • Streamlined clinic operations through with effective scheduling of patients, staffing, and resources.
  • Managed budgetary responsibilities, ensuring cost-effective use of resources while maintaining high-quality care delivery.
  • Coordinated maintenance of dialysis equipment and facilities to ensure that equipment remained in optimal working condition for uninterrupted patient care services.
  • Monitored vital signs to accurately document observations in flowsheet.
  • Administered medications and fluid therapy according to physician's orders.
  • Reviewed and assessed patient laboratory values to adjust treatment therapy based on results.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and maintaining a welcoming environment in the dialysis clinic.
  • Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic and laboratory tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
  • Collaborated and communicated with physicians and other members of healthcare team to interpret, adjust and coordinate daily patient care plans.
  • Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
  • Handled job duties for staff members which were unavailable or out of office.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Goodland Regional Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within unit.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
  • Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
  • Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Colby Community College, Colby, KS
05.2004

Certificate-Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Colby Community College, Colby, KS
05.2002

Skills

    • Medication and IV administration
    • Direct Patient Care
    • Patient Assessments
    • Infection control measures
    • Compassion and Empathy
      • Strong Clinical Judgment
      • Lab result interpretation
      • EMR Systems
      • Complex Problem-Solving
      • Staff Supervision

Timeline

Household Manager - Warnke Household
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse-Employee Health/Infection Control Coordinator - Goodland Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - 06.2024
Outpatient Infusion Therapy/Employee Health Nurse - Goodland Regional Medical Center
06.2022 - 01.2023
Dialysis Manager-Registered Nurse - Goodland Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - Goodland Regional Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2018
Colby Community College - Associate of Applied Science,
Colby Community College - Certificate-Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing
Erica WarnkeRegistered Nurse