HEIDI M. PLACKE
Argyle,TX
Summary
Provided quality nursing care for obstetrical, gynecological, and newborn patients through hands-on hospital experience. Assisted in improving health outcomes for high-risk pregnancies by delivering dedicated home health services. Supported telecare nursing operations to facilitate effective patient care from home and clinic locations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic Nurse Manager - Hybrid
Health for Her
11.2023 - Current
- Directed training and oversight of nursing and ancillary staff to optimize clinic operations. Managed comprehensive nursing services to elevate quality of patient care. Maintained detailed records of care plans and monitored compliance with physician directives. Facilitated the execution of care plans and physician orders effectively. Oversaw client follow-up in accordance with care plans and standardized procedures.
- Directed tele-care nursing operations, delivering educational support and assessments to pregnant women. Fostered connections to critical resources, resulting in reduced client stress and improved health outcomes. Promoted a compassionate environment for virtual follow-up care and counseling for clients and their families.
Home Health Nurse
Optum Home Health Richardson, Texas
08.2014 - Current
- Assisted high-risk obstetric patients in managing diabetes and hypertension through comprehensive education delivered via home visits or telehealth. Supported hyperemetic patients by administering injections and IVs according to medical directives. Fostered patient engagement with customized educational resources.
Nurse Sonographer
Loreto House Pregnancy Center
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Achieved accurate confirmation of uterine pregnancy and gestation through limited obstetric scans. Contributed to the successful launch of a medical clinic for uninsured patients, enhancing access to healthcare services. Delivered comprehensive patient care by monitoring vital signs, executing physician orders, managing telephone triage, and alerting physicians to abnormal lab findings. Enhanced patient understanding and compliance through effective education and follow-up strategies.
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
Baylor Irving Medical Center, Irving, Texas
10.2005 - 07.2014
- Achieved efficient management of 15-bed labor and delivery and antepartum unit through effective oversight. Enhanced patient outcomes by facilitating circulation of cesarean sections and ensuring smooth recovery processes. Elevated nursing standards by mentoring new nurses as a clinical preceptor. Improved scheduling efficiency as master scheduler for labor and delivery dayshift and active committee member.
Staff RN
RN Network – Travel Nurse November
11.2004 - 09.2005
- Staff RN in Labor and Delivery and Mother/Baby Unit
Staff Nurse/Team Leader
Northside Hospital-Atlanta, Georgia April
04.2001 - 11.2004
- Led a team in a high-volume labor and delivery unit, facilitating the delivery of 15,000-16,000 babies each year. Oversaw the circulation of cesarean sections, BTLs, and D&Cs. Managed care for high-risk antepartum patients. Mentored new registered nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and confidence.
Charge/Staff Nurse
U.S. Army – Various Duty Stations
04.1997 - 02.2001
- Oversaw patient care in mother-baby and labor and delivery units. Coordinated cesarean sections, BTLs, and D&Cs, managing recovery processes. Delivered specialized care for high-risk antepartum patients. Guided newborn transition and postpartum care initiatives. Led training for multiple new registered nurses as a preceptor.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Officer Basic Course
U.S. Army
Fort Sam, TXOB/GYN Nursing Course
U.S. Army Tripler, HI
HIBachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
Omaha, NESkills
- Directed clinical operations to enhance patient care and outcomes
- Ensured adherence to healthcare regulations and compliance standards
- Oversaw clinical documentation processes to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations
- Facilitated staff training and development initiatives to enhance team performance
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
Texas RN #718477
Timeline
Clinic Nurse Manager - Hybrid
Health for Her
11.2023 - Current
Nurse Sonographer
Loreto House Pregnancy Center
11.2021 - 09.2023
Home Health Nurse
Optum Home Health Richardson, Texas
08.2014 - Current
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
Baylor Irving Medical Center, Irving, Texas
10.2005 - 07.2014
Staff RN
RN Network – Travel Nurse November
11.2004 - 09.2005
Staff Nurse/Team Leader
Northside Hospital-Atlanta, Georgia April
04.2001 - 11.2004
Charge/Staff Nurse
U.S. Army – Various Duty Stations
04.1997 - 02.2001
Bachelor of Science - Officer Basic Course
U.S. Army
OB/GYN Nursing Course
U.S. Army Tripler, HI
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University