Heather Lynn Filkorn
Warren,OH
Summary
I have been a Registered Nurse for twelve years. I have worked on a medical surgical unit, intensive care and coronary care. I am also cross trained to work in our level three emergency department. I am proficient in patient assessments, critical thinking pertaining to the individualized patient needs and care, intravenous infusions: including but not limited to; vasopressors, anti arrhythmic medications and blood product transfusions. Aside from nursing skills pertaining to my job as a registered nurse, I am a very compassionate caregiver. There is one reason an individual should want to be a nurse and that is the help, care and support you provide people at their most vulnerable.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trumbull Memorial Hospital
Warren, Ohio
03.2013 - Current
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Kent State University
Kent, OH12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-2012
Skills
- Diabetes management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Healthcare billing
- Emergency Response
- Infectious disease control
- Medical assessment
- Wound Care
- Critical Care
- Care Planning
- Culturally sensitive
- Family Education
- Emotional awareness
- HIPAA Education
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Seizure Management
- Compassion and Empathy
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Tracheostomy Care
- Life-sustaining machines
- Patient Counseling
- IV setup
- Procedure preparations
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Trumbull Memorial Hospital
03.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science -
Kent State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kent State University
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