Proactive and adaptable Registered Nurse with expertise in time management, critical thinking, and team leadership, dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
EMS Volunteer
Monroe Fire Department
Monroe, IA
05.2021 - Current
Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate medical assistance.
Recorded all pertinent information regarding each call including patient data, treatment given and any additional notes in an accurate manner.
Collaborated with medical personnel to quickly treat and transport patients.
Administered medications according to established protocols.
Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Des Moines, Iowa
04.2020 - Current
Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
Served as charge nurse; managing day-to-day function of 40 bed unit, leading and assisting RNs and PCTs.
Trained, mentored, and observed students and newly hired nurses to aide in the development of their clinical expertise.
Led and represented unit council as Chair holder.
Actively participated in MeryOne's Acute Care Section council.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
12-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Art And Design
Iowa State University
Ames, IA
08-2007
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Precepting students and new RNs
Strong clinical judgment
Line and drain management
Charge nurse
Wound care
Patient education
Team leadership
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
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