Hillary Kreutzer
Wichita,KS
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with strong background in critical care. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and advanced life support. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Flexible and dependable, ready to adapt to evolving clinical needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ascension Via Christi St Francis
12.2024 - Current
- Administered critical care interventions, ensuring patient safety and comfort during high-stress situations.
- Monitored vital signs and implemented timely interventions to manage acute medical conditions effectively.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Developed and executed individualized care plans tailored to patients' complex health needs while coordinating multidisciplinary team efforts to optimize patient outcomes
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Critical Care Adjunct Instructor
Wichita State University
02.2023 - Current
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain positive learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices and industry trends.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
Comprehensive Disease Management Nurse Navigator
Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
06.2020 - 12.2024
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Collaborated with case managers to optimize care coordination efforts for patients transitioning from hospital to home or other care settings.
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Wesley Medical Center HCA
05.2017 - 04.2020
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for medical intensive care unit patients by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive discharge plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to identify potential issues or complications in a timely manner, taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced Practice Nursing
Rockhurst University
Kansas City, MO05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kansas Medical Center, KS
Kansas City, MO12.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Butler Community College of El Dorado, KS
El Dorado, KS05.2017
Skills
- Advanced Patient Assessment
- Critical Care Knowledge
- Exemplary Care Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Improvement
- Geriatric Care
- End of life care
- Educating & Precepting
Certification
- Registered Nurse License
- ACLS
- BLS
- Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse (CHPN)
- Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) (in progress)
- Daisy Award Recipient
- Healthcare Heroes Award Recipient
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ascension Via Christi St Francis
12.2024 - Current
Critical Care Adjunct Instructor
Wichita State University
02.2023 - Current
Comprehensive Disease Management Nurse Navigator
Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
06.2020 - 12.2024
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Wesley Medical Center HCA
05.2017 - 04.2020
Master of Science - Advanced Practice Nursing
Rockhurst University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kansas Medical Center, KS
Associate of Science - Nursing
Butler Community College of El Dorado, KS
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