Judith Baker
Manhattan,KS
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, and here at Ascension Via Christi, showcasing expert clinical skills and a compassionate approach to patient advocacy. Awarded the Daisy Award for exceptional care, adept in emergencies and procedural areas, and known for outstanding patient and family support. Continuously seeks learning opportunities to enhance clinical competencies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab
Ascension Via Christi
Manhattan, KS
04.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent clinical judgment when administering medications as ordered during cardiac catheterization procedures while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Reduced the risk of complications through meticulous attention to sterile techniques and proper equipment handling.
- Exhibited strong leadership skills by serving as a preceptor to new nurses.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and thorough education on cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Collaborated with cardiology and other medical offices to schedule patients in timely manner for all cardiac and interventional radiology services.
Registered Nurse, Express Unit
Ascension Via Christi
Manhattan, KS
09.2019 - 04.2023
- Pre/post procedure care of outpatient cardiac cath lab patients.
- Provide excellent patient-centered care in infusion room setting.
- Manage care from admission to discharge
- Received Daisy Award for excellent patient care
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care
Family Health Care, Kalispell Regional Medical Cen
Kalispell, MT
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Triaged patients and performed initial assessment and treatment of patients in urgent care setting.
- Assisted with Bruce Protocol stress testing.
- Worked phone room, facilitated resolution of patient and other inquiries.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
Kalispell, MT
11.2011 - 03.2019
- Charge nurse in ER - managed patient flow and nursing assignments. Clinical resource for staff. Perform crash cart checks, ensure unit stocked.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- As part of ER team, performed elective cardioversions; performed moderate sedation for medical and orthopedic procedures; participated in insertion of central lines, chest tubes and endotracheal tubes in emergent setting.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Benefis Healthcare System
Great Falls, MT
02.2007 - 10.2011
- Began nursing career in ER at Benefis Healthcare in Great Falls, MT.
- Worked as part of team to triage, treat, stabilize and discharge, admit or transfer patients of all ages.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT04.1994
Skills
- Accurate Documentation
- IV access and maintenance
- Vasoactive medications
- Moderate sedation
- Monitoring vital signs and anticipating possible problems and treatments
- Willingness to learn, humility, competence, compassion
Certification
ACLS
CPR
*ENPC
*TNCC
*PALS
*NIH STROKE SCALE
(*) these certifications and others were maintained throughout nursing career until 2019 when employed at Express Unit.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab
Ascension Via Christi
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Express Unit
Ascension Via Christi
09.2019 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care
Family Health Care, Kalispell Regional Medical Cen
03.2019 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Kalispell Regional Medical Center
11.2011 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Benefis Healthcare System
02.2007 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Montana State University - Bozeman