Heidi Burgstaler
Pequot Lakes,MN
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, excelling in patient assessment and care plan development. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through quality improvement initiatives and critical care management. Strong communicator, adept at educating patients and families, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols while delivering compassionate care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, BSN
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Clinic
Crosby , MN
07.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient health to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Ensured adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Identified safety hazards related to environment or patient behaviors.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications for improved health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse rate.
- Advised families regarding optimal healthcare actions for loved ones.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
RN, ICU
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
Crosby, MN
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Evaluated laboratory results to determine patient response to therapy or medication changes.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubation, chest tube insertion and central line placement.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Received specialized training in critical care management techniques such as hemodynamic monitoring or ventilator management.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when making clinical decisions related to patient care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care by facilitating family meetings and providing support during difficult times.
- Administered medications according to physician orders, including intravenous fluids or antibiotics.
- Served as a preceptor for new RN staff members by providing orientation on unit protocols and standards of practice.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Essentia St. Joseph's Medical Center
Brainer, MN
05.2018 - 07.2021
- Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
- Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
- Participated in patient and family planning processes, provided instructions and addressed questions and/ concerns.
- Called upon staff members to discuss patient care and treatment.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
RN
Regions Hospital
Saint Paul, 55106
11.2013 - 07.2021
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for discharged patients.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures in the unit.
- Supported implementation of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for progressive care unit services.
- Responded promptly to emergent situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Performed wound care, catheterizations, and other nursing procedures as needed.
- Established strong relationships with patients, families, and staff members through effective communication techniques.
- Managed a caseload of complex acute and chronic cases requiring specialized skills in assessment, treatment planning, intervention, evaluation, coordination of care plan delivery and documentation.
- Provided patient assessments and monitored vital signs.
- Identified potential risks associated with inadequate management of illness or injury; implemented strategies to reduce risk factors.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals.
- Provided post-operative teaching regarding self-care activities such as wound care or medication administration.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored effects on patients' conditions.
- Instructed patients on disease, treatment and care plan to enhance quality of life and promote positive attitude.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Public Health Nursing
Saint Scholastica
Duluth, MN08-2018
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Critical care management
- Electronic health records
- Quality improvement
- Preventive health
Affiliations
- Employee book club
- Volunteer in community- music in the park, christmas in the park, community table, food shelf
Accomplishments
- Nominated for the Daisy Award 3 times
- Graduated with 4.0 and honors from Saint Scholastica BSN program
- Supervised Brainerd hospital during covid
Certification
- AS degree in nursing
- BSN
- Public Health Nurse
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN, BSN
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Clinic
07.2022 - Current
RN, ICU
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
07.2021 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Essentia St. Joseph's Medical Center
05.2018 - 07.2021
RN
Regions Hospital
11.2013 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Public Health Nursing
Saint Scholastica