Geena Stucky
Walsenburg,CO
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 40+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to dialysis patients. Knowledgeable about requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
Walsenburg, CO
09.2022 - Current
- Performed dialysis care in a chronic setting.
- Monitored patient's response to therapy, adjusting EDW as necessary and monitoring labs to adjust bath formulas per algorithms.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients' conditions, documenting changes accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting self-care techniques and resources available.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices, fostering a supportive learning environment.
RN Staff Nurse
Veterans Community Living Center
Walsenburg, CO
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Administered medication and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with teams to develop individualized care plans for health needs.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients' conditions, documenting changes accurately and communicated concerns with charge nurse.
Registered Nurse
Avera Sister James Care Center
03.2016 - 01.2021
- I team lead on a 38 bed skilled unit in a large long term care facility. I supervise and coordinate nursing assistants with their assignments for the shift. I do physical assessments, contact physicians when necessary and complete orders and treatments. I perform phlebotomy when labs are ordered. I begin and administer IV therapy. I have attended training on pressure injury prevention and implement that training with my residents. I administer meds and supervise med aids that assist me with this. I coordinate appointments for residents and keep families notified. I am proficient with Meditech Expanse. I monitor labs, vitals and resident’s response to medications. I collaborate with and offer suggestions to physicians. I am certified in BCLS and have implemented my skills on residents that are full codes. I orientate new nurses and continue to be a resource for them when they have questions.
RN Charge Nurse
Hartington Care Center
08.2011 - 03.2016
- Team led an Alzheimer Care unit for three years until my licensed position was eliminated due to low census. I then transferred to the skilled nursing home section and team led on the night shift for two years.
Psychiatric Nurse
South Dakota State Human Services Center
10.1997 - 06.2011
- I supervised nursing assistants on a 15 bed acute psychiatric unit in a large state psychiatric facility. I assessed and provided care to mentally ill patients. I coordinated care with the unit psychiatrist and provided care in psychiatric emergency situations.
RN
Sister James Nursing Home
03.1993 - 01.1997
- I team led on a 60 bed unskilled unit. I was responsible for meds, treatments,, monitoring residents and contacting physicians with concerns. I monitored labs and response to treatment.
RN
Riceville Community Nursing Home
10.1990 - 01.1993
- I team led on a 40 bed unskilled unit. I was responsible for meds, treatments and lab draws. I supervised 4 CNAs during their shift.
Registered Nurse
St Olaf Hospital
10.1988 - 10.1990
- I worked on a busy med/surg unit. We had fresh surgicals, orthopedic patients and medical patients. I provided bedside nursing and team led on the evening shift. As a team leader, I provided assignments and assisted LPNs with IV therapy.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College-Calmar
Physical Therapy Technician/Assistant - Military Physical Therapy Assistant Program
Brook Army Medical Center Fort Sam Houston Texas
Skills
- Dialysis treatment and monitoring
- Mental health care
- Clinical judgment
- Diabetes management
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
09.2022 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Veterans Community Living Center
01.2021 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Avera Sister James Care Center
03.2016 - 01.2021
RN Charge Nurse
Hartington Care Center
08.2011 - 03.2016
Psychiatric Nurse
South Dakota State Human Services Center
10.1997 - 06.2011
RN
Sister James Nursing Home
03.1993 - 01.1997
RN
Riceville Community Nursing Home
10.1990 - 01.1993
Registered Nurse
St Olaf Hospital
10.1988 - 10.1990
Physical Therapy Technician/Assistant - Military Physical Therapy Assistant Program
Brook Army Medical Center Fort Sam Houston Texas
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College-Calmar