Heather Treft
Vadnais Heights,MN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at M Health Fairview, excelling in patient care and education. Proven ability to implement evidence-based practices and enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care. Strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills foster collaborative treatment strategies, ensuring optimal recovery outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
M Health Fairview
Minneapolis, MN
06.2016 - Current
- Administered medications and managed patient care plans to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient conditions, identifying changes and implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to care plans and preventive measures.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff, enhancing team competency and service quality.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, improving workflow efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Implemented evidence-based practices that elevated standards of care within the unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
HealthEast St. Joseph's Hospital
St Paul, MN
02.2007 - 06.2016
- Oversaw quality improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of safety and continuous learning among staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Paul Metro Treatment Center
St Paul, MN
02.2002 - 02.2007
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management and self-care techniques.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and best practices.
- Implemented improved workflow processes to enhance patient care delivery efficiency.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN05-2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- IV setup
- Patient monitoring
- Care plan development
- Patient management
- Care planning
- Professional bedside manner
Accomplishments
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Workplace Violence Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
M Health Fairview
06.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
HealthEast St. Joseph's Hospital
02.2007 - 06.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Paul Metro Treatment Center
02.2002 - 02.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Century College