Highly organized, self-motivated registered nurse with 10+ years of experience in the healthcare and education industry. Thrives in high-pressure, high-stress environments while maintaining composure and adhering to efficient, productive work processes. Proactively trains and leads new hires and nursing students to become comfortable with skills and critical thinking. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Registered Nure, Nurse Educator
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton
04.2019 - Current
Led unit-based educational initiatives aimed at enhancing staff knowledge in critical care topics such as sepsis management and ventilator use.
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients.
Actively participated in interdisciplinary rounds sharing valuable insights from nursing perspectives that contributed toward holistic patient care planning.
Maintained compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards while delivering exceptional patient-centered care in the ICU setting.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, evidence-based care in a fast-paced Cardiac ICU setting.
Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Evaluated the effectiveness of educational interventions through pre-and post-training assessments, making adjustments as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
Assessed ongoing training needs of nursing staff through surveys and direct observation, ensuring targeted skill development opportunities were offered.
Promoted a culture of evidence-based practice among nursing staff by regularly sharing relevant research findings.
Led initiatives to improve patient education materials, enhancing understanding and adherence to prescribed treatments.
Registered Nurse Instructor
University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh
08.2019 - 02.2024
Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of current nursing practices, incorporating new developments into lesson plans as needed.
Provided timely feedback on student assignments, highlighting strengths as well as areas needing improvement or clarification.
Organized guest lectures from experienced healthcare professionals, exposing students to varied perspectives within the field of nursing.
Assisted in curriculum development to improve overall nursing education quality and relevance.
Conducted workshops for hands-on skill development, ensuring students were proficient in essential nursing techniques.
Promoted a culture of continuous learning by encouraging students to participate in professional development opportunities and stay informed about industry trends.
Tailored course materials to address the specific needs of each class cohort, optimizing content delivery for maximum comprehension and retention.
Enhanced student understanding by incorporating clinical simulations and real-life case studies into lessons.
Implemented innovative teaching methodologies to accommodate diverse learning styles and engage all students effectively.
Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
ICU, PACU and Circulating Registered Nurse
St. Elizabeth Hospital
07.2015 - 02.2024
Anticipates and recognizes changes in a patient's status and need for care and modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
Develop and maintain quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines
Remain calm and professional during times of critical need
Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
Administered blood products according to established protocols, closely monitoring patients for transfusion reactions or complications.
Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients.
Improved communication among healthcare team members by initiating daily huddles and interdisciplinary rounds in the ICU setting.
Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and preventing adverse drug events.
Nursing Instructor
NWTC
11.2018 - 04.2019
Assists students in achieving and understanding clinical objectives
Provides regular, accurate and timely feedback to facilitate development
Motivates students to actively participate in their education goals as well as encourage being pro-active in taking opportunities to gain additional opportunities
Provide sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols
Maintain expertise in subject area to provide students with the current trends.
Participated in curriculum development initiatives, contributing to the continuous improvement of the nursing program.
Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
Urgent Care, LPN and Graduate Nurse
Prevea Urgent Care
03.2014 - 07.2015
Direct care of patients, IV starts, assessments, PICC line care, hourly rounding, pre and post-operative care, NG tubes, and G tubes educated patients for home care and discharge planning
Followed aseptic procedures and followed care in accordance with universal precautions with an emphasis on diabetic and trauma wounds, debridement and dressings
Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
Applied and monitored wound vacuums
Lead the team in putting together a training guide and reference guide for new and current employees.
PACU Registered Nurse
Aurora Bay Care Medical
08.2011 - 03.2014
Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered and applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions
Anticipates and recognizes changes in a patient's status and need for care and modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications post surgery.
Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patients'' progress during recovery.
Assistant Manager
US Bank
07.2002 - 06.2006
Hiring, train and coach new staff, incorporated a successful training regimen for new team members
Responsible for scheduling and staffing the teller line
Obtained my insurance license to sell annuities and made goal 6 consecutive months
Responsible for overall operation of branch in absents of branch manager
Communicate and implement corporate objectives to entire team
Actively increasing customer base.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
11.2018
Associates Degree in Nursing -
NWTC
01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Media, & Theater Business and English
St.Norbert College
05.2000
Skills
ICU RN
Cardiac RN
Staff Development & Supervision
OSHA Training
BLS,ACLS &PALS Certified
CNOR Certified Regulatory
Quality Assurance
Clinical expertise
Clinical education
Accomplishments
Improved student outcome 30%.
Revamped curriculum and syllabus for Adult Health, Pharmacology and Pathophysiology.
Two time Daisy award recipient
Certification
Registered Nurse, Wisconsin, 176116-30
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 2010, Present
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 2011, Present
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 2011, Present
CNOR, 2016, Present
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
Timeline
Registered Nurse Instructor
University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh
08.2019 - 02.2024
ICU Registered Nure, Nurse Educator
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton
04.2019 - Current
Nursing Instructor
NWTC
11.2018 - 04.2019
ICU, PACU and Circulating Registered Nurse
St. Elizabeth Hospital
07.2015 - 02.2024
Urgent Care, LPN and Graduate Nurse
Prevea Urgent Care
03.2014 - 07.2015
PACU Registered Nurse
Aurora Bay Care Medical
08.2011 - 03.2014
Assistant Manager
US Bank
07.2002 - 06.2006
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associates Degree in Nursing -
NWTC
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Media, & Theater Business and English
St.Norbert College
Registered Nurse, Wisconsin, 176116-30
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 2010, Present
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 2011, Present
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 2011, Present
CNOR, 2016, Present
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