Hazel Kappler
Fayetteville,WV
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
WVU medicine Thomas memorial hospital
Charleston, WV
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with physicians, therapists, and nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient management during shifts.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Performed patient assessments and documented findings in WVU Medicine electronic records.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions and recovery steps to promote better health outcomes.
- Prepared treatment rooms and maintained supplies for bedside procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices and hospital policies to enhance quality of care and patient safety.
Nurse Extern
Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital
Beckley, West Virginia
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital nurses.
- Assisted patient hygiene, mobility, and comfort care.
- Supported bedside care by answering call lights and gathering requested items.
- Communicated patient needs clearly with nurses, aides, and interdisciplinary care teams.
- Prepared rooms, supplies, and equipment for patient admissions and discharges.
- Followed infection control procedures and maintained clean patient environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bluefield State University
Beckley, West Virginia 08.2022 - 12.2026
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Nursing plan development
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Electronic charting
- Procedure preparations
- Ventilator care
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Renal function management
- Sedation administration
- Preceptorship
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
WVU medicine Thomas memorial hospital
09.2024 - Current
Nurse Extern
Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital
05.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bluefield State University
08.2022 - 12.2026