Gina McFarland
Salmon
Summary
Proactive healthcare professional with a versatile nursing background. Known for strong critical thinking and attention to detail, contributing to improved patient care efficiency and successful chronic care management initiatives.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Patient Care Coordinator
Steele Memorial Medical Center
Salmon
07.2021 - Current
- Educated patients regarding treatment plans and followed patients through chronic care management.
- Collaborated with medical staff to enhance patient care efficiency.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records for all patient care activities.
- Coordinated care services with medical team to ensure timely and quality delivery.
- Built a system for transitional care to assist patients discharged from the hospital.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Steele Memorial Medical Center
Salmon
09.2012 - 09.2021
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on severity and urgency.
- Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions.
- Educated patients and families about treatment options and recovery processes.
- Responded to emergency situations with quick decision-making and effective interventions.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Surgery and Medical/Surgical Floor Nurse
Steele Memorial Medical Center
Salmon
2010 - 2012
- Provided pre-operative instructions to patients and their family members regarding the surgery procedure.
- Monitored patient's progress during recovery period after surgery.
- Educated patients and family members on proper home care techniques following discharge from the hospital.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Assessed patients on admission to evaluate and continually monitor.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Steele Memorial Medical Center
Salmon
2008 - 2010
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergent situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, treatments, and education to patients and families.
- Monitored vital signs, intake and output levels, lab values and other assessments as needed.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UCSF
San Francisco
2007 - 2010
- I worked one week per month in the float pool, floating between two campuses, with the ability to be sent to 16 different units.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to multiple situations.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, treatments, and education to patients and families.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
St. Lukes Healthcare
Twin Falls
2004 - 2008
- Floated to the Medical, Surgical, ICU, and NICU to care for patients of various ages. ages.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient health status accurately.
- Assisted in emergency situations, applying critical thinking and swift decision-making skills.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Steele Memorial Medical Center
Salmon
1995 - 2004
- Provided direct patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Recorded vital signs and maintained accurate patient records consistently.
- Participated in training programs to improve nursing skills and knowledge.
Education
ADN - Registered Nurse
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID05-2004
Licensed Practical Nurse Program - Nursing
Eastern Idaho Technical College
Idaho Falls, ID01-1989
High School Diploma -
Salmon High School
Salmon, ID01-1987
Skills
- Care coordination
- Electronic health records
- Chronic care management
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
Certification
ACLS
Timeline
Patient Care Coordinator
Steele Memorial Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Steele Memorial Medical Center
09.2012 - 09.2021
Surgery and Medical/Surgical Floor Nurse
Steele Memorial Medical Center
2010 - 2012
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Steele Memorial Medical Center
2008 - 2010
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UCSF
2007 - 2010
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
St. Lukes Healthcare
2004 - 2008
Licensed Practical Nurse
Steele Memorial Medical Center
1995 - 2004
ADN - Registered Nurse
College of Southern Idaho
Licensed Practical Nurse Program - Nursing
Eastern Idaho Technical College
High School Diploma -
Salmon High School