Heidi Holte
Dalton,MN
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified Medical/ICU and Oncology RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 25+ year record in field.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Alomere Health Hospital
Alexandria, MN
05.2011 - Current
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
LPN
Douglas County Hospital
Alexandria, MN
2002 - 2011
- Worked as a LPN in both Med/Surg floor and ICU.
LPN
Douglas County Hospital
Alexandria, MN
1997 - 2001
- Worked both Medical floor and ICCU.
Education
Associate of Arts - Registered Nurse
Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MN05-2011
Associate of Arts - Licensed Practical Nurse
Fergus Falls Community And Technical College
Fergus Falls05-1997
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Health Promotion
- Compassion and Empathy
- Geriatric Care
- Discharge Planning
- Data Collection
- Chart updating
- Supply Restocking
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Care Planning
- Appointment Scheduling
- Mobility Assistance
- ADL Assistance
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical assessment
- Diabetes management
- Wound Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Emergency Response
- Critical Care
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Trauma recovery
- IV setup
- BAC screening/drug screen collection
- Collecting vitals
- EMR Systems
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Procedures
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Oncology Nursing
- Patient Care
- Patient Counseling
- Flow sheet charting
- Coordinating referrals
- Emotional awareness
- Seizure Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Evaluation
- Ventilator care
- Gastrostomy tube care
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- ONS Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN
Alomere Health Hospital
05.2011 - Current
LPN
Douglas County Hospital
2002 - 2011
LPN
Douglas County Hospital
1997 - 2001
Associate of Arts - Registered Nurse
Alexandria Technical College
Associate of Arts - Licensed Practical Nurse
Fergus Falls Community And Technical College
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