Jennifer Ralko
Algonac
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong focus on critical care and collaborative teamwork. Recognized for exceptional leadership in training new RNs and advocating for patients’ rights, driving high standards of compassionate care and safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
West Bloomfield
12.2025 - Current
- Provided patient care during invasive diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures.
- Administered medications during procedures to reduce problems from anxiety, blood pressure, and other conditions.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing difficult tests and procedures by listening attentively and answering questions accurately.
RN, Endoscopy and ICU
Ascension St. John Hospital
Detroit
04.2016 - Current
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Travel Nurse, Endoscopy
Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
Denver
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Reacted promptly to emergencies during and after endoscope procedures to safeguard patient well-being.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals on patient care plans before and after endoscopy procedures to enhance continuity of care.
- Educated patients on post-procedural care, diet, activity levels, and medications to ensure optimal recovery.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
McLaren Northern Michigan
Petoskey
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Managed IV lines, wound care, tracheostomy care and other critical care procedures.
- Assisted in complex procedures and emergency interventions within the ICU.
- Provided emotional support to family members while caring for critically ill patients.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
UP Health Systems Marquette
Marquette
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
- Operated and maintained life support systems and other medical equipment with precision and care.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority
Tamuning
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Coordinated comprehensive patient care by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic treatment.
- Documented patients' progress accurately throughout ICU stay, facilitating effective communication and continuity of care.
- Executed infection control measures, enhancing patient safety and minimizing risk of hospital-acquired infections.
Travel Registered Nurse
University of Minnesota Medical Center
Minneapolis
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Executed emergency resuscitative measures following advanced cardiac life support protocols to stabilize patients in critical condition.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during critical situations to alleviate anxiety and promote comfort.
- Coordinated communication among healthcare team members to enhance quality of patient care.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority
Tamuning
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Administered critical care procedures in high-pressure ICU environment.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient status to identify changes in critical care environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments to ensure optimal patient recovery.
Travel Nurse, Endoscopy
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Minneapolis
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored vital signs before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
- Identified any complications associated with the use of anesthesia during an endoscopy procedure.
- Reviewed medical histories and physical examinations prior to performing an endoscopy procedure.
Travel Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital
Petoskey
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Identified potential risks associated with certain types of endoscopies and took preventative measures accordingly.
- Educated families about endoscopic procedures and treatments available to their loved ones.
- Maintained accurate records of all endoscopic procedures performed along with any complications that may have occurred during the process.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
McLaren Macomb Hospital
Macomb
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
- Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring patients transitioned safely from ICU to next level of care.
Travel Registered Nurse, Burn ICU
University Medical Center Hospital, UMC
Las Vegas
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care issues.
- Educated patients and family members about proper health maintenance techniques.
- Adhered to infection control protocols while performing assigned tasks.
Registered Nurse, CCU Stepdown
Oakwood Hospital and Medical Center
Dearborn
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions and care needs.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
ITT Technical Institute
Canton, MI12-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH08-2026
Skills
- Cardiac monitoring
- Medical equipment operation
- Critical care nursing
- Patient care
- Emergency response
- Medical documentation
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
Certification
- ACLS, American Heart Association Exp. December 2026
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
12.2025 - Current
Travel Nurse, Endoscopy
Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
06.2025 - 09.2025
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
McLaren Northern Michigan
01.2025 - 06.2025
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
UP Health Systems Marquette
09.2024 - 11.2024
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority
01.2024 - 05.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
University of Minnesota Medical Center
04.2023 - 11.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority
09.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Nurse, Endoscopy
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
McLaren Macomb Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2021
Travel Registered Nurse, Burn ICU
University Medical Center Hospital, UMC
02.2021 - 05.2021
RN, Endoscopy and ICU
Ascension St. John Hospital
04.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse, CCU Stepdown
Oakwood Hospital and Medical Center
01.2015 - 04.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
ITT Technical Institute
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University