Heather Sefcovic
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Accomplished registered nurse with expertise in medication administration, critical thinking, and staff supervision. Proven ability to coordinate care and enhance patient safety through quality improvement initiatives, ready to drive positive outcomes in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Pueblo Community Living Center
Pueblo, Colorado
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care to veterans in long-term care settings.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans for optimal health outcomes.
- Administered medications, treatments, and wound care, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and VA policies to enhance patient recovery.
- Monitored clinical status of veterans, responding to condition changes and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize health outcomes.
- Promoted patient safety through infection prevention, fall reduction strategies, and quality improvement initiatives, contributing to a safer care environment.
Registered Nurse
Centennial Correctional Facility
Canon City, CO
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided skilled nursing care to incarcerated offenders in both outpatient clinic and specialized cell house settings.
- Executed crisis intervention strategies, triaging offenders to ensure appropriate care and timely response.
- Maintained safety and security of clinical environment through vigilant observations and effective item control.
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Sangre De Cristo Community Care
Pueblo, Colorado
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Evaluated patient pain levels and developed tailored pain management plans to prevent and alleviate secondary symptoms, improving overall patient quality of life.
- Facilitated comfortable and safe dying experiences, while offering support to families through effective grieving processes.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care and hospice services to patients in an inpatient hospice facility, enhancing patient comfort and dignity.
Neighborhood Charge Nurse
Bruce McCandless Veteran's Community Living Center
Florence, CO
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Delivered patient care through comprehensive assessments and tailored treatments, enhancing overall patient outcomes.
- Coordinated communication among healthcare providers, patients, and families, ensuring clarity and continuity of care.
- Fostered collaboration between nursing department and other disciplines, improving interdisciplinary teamwork and patient care.
Registered Nurse II
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
Pueblo, CO
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided crisis intervention and support during acute psychiatric episodes.
- Assessed patient mental health needs through comprehensive evaluations and interviews.
- Created safe and supportive therapeutic milieu to promote recovery.
Clinic Registered Nurse
InnovAge Colorado PACE - Pueblo
Pueblo, Colorado
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Conducted comprehensive nursing assessments, including physical examinations and detailed patient histories, to inform care plans.
- Provided education to patients on disease prevention and health promotion, fostering better health outcomes.
- Coordinated multiple tasks while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians and medical assistants to ensure timely patient care.
Nurse Clinical Supervisor
AIM Home Health
Pueblo, Colorado
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care standards and protocols for improved patient safety and quality.
- Participated in Quality Improvement initiatives that focused on enhancing client outcomes and care processes.
- Applied knowledge of OASIS and home health charting regulations for Medicare and Medicaid to enhance compliance and care delivery.
Unit Manager
University Park Care Center
Pueblo, Colorado
08.2014 - 02.2016
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and follow-ups to ensure seamless care transitions.
- Delivered direct patient care in rehabilitation setting, addressing diverse needs to support recovery.
- Performed wound care procedures, facilitating effective healing and enhancing patient recovery outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse-Charge Nurse
University Park Care Center
Pueblo, Colorado
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Coordinated daily resident care for individuals with memory impairments, enhancing overall well-being in a secure unit.
- Managed behavioral situations with clinical judgment and de-escalation techniques, promoting a calm and safe environment.
- Maintained a secure environment for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia, prioritizing their safety and comfort.
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Park Care Center
Pueblo, Colorado
03.2005 - 09.2013
- Delivered compassionate, person-centered care to enhance quality of life for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
- Facilitated activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding, to support residents' independence and dignity.
- Employed effective communication and de-escalation techniques to mitigate challenging behaviors associated with memory impairment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Otero Junior College
La Junta, CO05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2026
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- EHR documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
- Care coordination
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Fall Prevention
- Critical Thinking
- Clinical Judgment
- Emergency Response
- Charge Nurse Leadership
- Staff supervision
- Team collaboration
- Resident & Family Education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Pueblo Community Living Center
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Centennial Correctional Facility
03.2023 - 08.2023
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Sangre De Cristo Community Care
10.2022 - 05.2023
Neighborhood Charge Nurse
Bruce McCandless Veteran's Community Living Center
09.2018 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse II
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo
08.2017 - 08.2018
Clinic Registered Nurse
InnovAge Colorado PACE - Pueblo
02.2017 - 08.2017
Nurse Clinical Supervisor
AIM Home Health
07.2016 - 02.2017
Unit Manager
University Park Care Center
08.2014 - 02.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse-Charge Nurse
University Park Care Center
09.2013 - 08.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Park Care Center
03.2005 - 09.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Otero Junior College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University