Hi, I’m
KAISA LEMIEUX
Watertown,MN
Summary
Dedicated Charge Nurse with over 2 years of experience in Med/Surg. Highly efficient and detail-oriented, excelling as a team player with exceptional multitasking and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks based on patient needs. Committed to delivering high-level patient care within a multidisciplinary team environment. Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with a quick adaptation to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth drive passion for nursing.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Ridgeview Medical Center
Registered Nurse - Med /Surgical, Orth
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Monitor patients closely after surgical procedures
- Joint replacement; spine: cervical, lumbar, thoracic disc replacement and fusions
- Fractures of all types
- Mastectomy, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, GI, SBO, wound I&D, urology and gynecology cases
- Mentor and train other nursing professionals; clinical nursing students; nurse interns
- Charge nurse
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Ridgeview Medical Center
Certified Nursing Assistant - Med / Surg
08.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Provided vital support to patients and nursing staff
- Emptied foley catheters and JP/HV drains
- Reported observations of patients to nursing staff/supervisor.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Ridgeview Home Health
Scheduling Coordinator
03.2014 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Responsible for scheduling RN, PT/OT, MSW, CNA services
- Strong multi-tasking and communication skills
- Managed block schedule for RN's
- Daily communication with patients and clinicians
- Provided on-call scheduling services for emergent situations, coordinating care after hours/weekends.
- Managed daily scheduling conflicts to reduce operational backlogs and support full shift-coverage.
- Proactively identified scheduling issues and developed quick solutions to promote efficiency and profitability.
- Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
Education
Minnesota State University - Mankato , Mankato, MN
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
12.2025
University of Iowa College of Nursing , Iowa City, IA
Iowa Online Nurse Residency Program
03.2023
Ridgewater Community College , Hutchinson, MN
Associate of Science Degree: Nursing
12.2021
Skills
- Well versed at providing informed, comprehensive, and compassionate patient care
- Experience in medication administration
- Wound care
- Drain management: chest tube, NG, JP/HV drain care
- CBI management
- Ostomy, Urostomy, Nephrostomy care
- Management of epidural and PCA pumps
- Proficient in pain management techniques, and post-surgical recovery
- Highly skilled in-patient assessment
- Precepting
- Skilled in the use of electronic charting system EPIC
- Certificate: Basic Life Support - First Aid, and CPR
References
- Theresa Anderson, Nurse Manager, Theresa.anderson@ridgeviewmedical.org, 952-777-5384
- Lesley Jensen, Social Services Manager, Lesley.jensen@ridgeviewmedical.org, 612-386-8596
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Med /Surgical, Orth
Ridgeview Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant - Med / Surg
Ridgeview Medical Center
08.2021 - 01.2022
Scheduling Coordinator
Ridgeview Home Health
03.2014 - 08.2021
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
University of Iowa College of Nursing
Iowa Online Nurse Residency Program
Ridgewater Community College
Associate of Science Degree: Nursing
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