Julie Kleymann
Omaha,NE
Summary
Organized and driven Registered Nurse with 18 years of experience caring for patients in critical, procedural and post procedural care settings. Caring for patients in both the Interventional Radiology and Cardiology departments. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Proficient in educating patients and families about interventional procedures and processes. Many years of expertise in safely sedating and monitoring patients for invasive procedures. Motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Interventional Radiology/Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
CHI Health Lakeside Hospital
Omaha, NE
01.2011 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and surgical procedures.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Gathered and organized patient records, surgical information, labs and imaging reports prior to procedures.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options and post-treatment care instructions.
- Identified potential complications or issues arising from surgical procedures and took appropriate corrective action.
- Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided postoperative care to patients by changing dressings, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing emotional support.
- Assisted in operating room setup including draping sterile fields, setting up instruments and equipment according to surgeon preference, and preparing supplies for use during the case.
- Delivered key information to patients and caregivers to prepare for operations, side effects and expected recovery process.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, including conscious sedation.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic and interventional catheterizations, angioplasties and pacemaker implants.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patients prior to surgical procedures by asking questions and detailing medical histories.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
CHI Health Lakeside Hospital
Omaha, NE
09.2006 - 01.2011
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE08.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA08.2006
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Nursing Leadership
- Critical Care Nursing
- IV/Port Access
- Medication and IV Administration
- Electronic Health Records Management and Documentation
- Compassionate Care
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Self Motivation
- Airway Management
- Sedation administration
- Pain management oversight
- Multitasking
- Cardiac monitoring
- Patient and Family Education/Support
- Assisting physicians during interventional procedures
- Sterile technique and setup
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Patient Discharge Planning and Education
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification 2022-present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2022-present
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2022-present
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Interventional Radiology/Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
CHI Health Lakeside Hospital
01.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
CHI Health Lakeside Hospital
09.2006 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellevue University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification 2022-present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2022-present
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2022-present
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