Heather Leverance
Tomahawk
Summary
I am an organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients in a multitude of settings for 30 years. I have been successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and work calmly under pressure. Highly organized and punctual with a team oriented mentality.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center
Hayward
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
San Diego
03.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Charge Nurse for emergency dept. and Medical-surg dept. on the night shift.
Parish Nurse
Volunteer Work
Tomahawk
01.2002 - Current
- Advised patients on preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative therapies available, addressing benefits and drawbacks and suggesting treatments appropriate for unique situations.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assisted with monthly blood pressure screenings.
- Home visits with various parish members to assist with medication administration.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension Good Samaritan Hospital (Aspirus)
Merrill
03.2004 - 03.2022
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Hospital supervisor role/ ED RN on the night shift for critical access hospital.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ascension Good Samaritan Hospital
Merrill
10.1996 - 03.2004
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI05.1996
Skills
- Medical Screening and pt monitoring
- Stabilizing emergency medical care/procedures with MD
- Collaboration with pt, family, physicians and other healthcare providers
Certification
- BLS
- PALS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
- TNCC
- NRP
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension Good Samaritan Hospital (Aspirus)
03.2004 - 03.2022
Parish Nurse
Volunteer Work
01.2002 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ascension Good Samaritan Hospital
10.1996 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire