Katherine Elizabeth Opperman
Peoria,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic postpartum nurse eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in nursing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Postpartum Registered Nurse
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
Peoria, IL
07.2019 - Current
- Monitor and assess mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
- Educate new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on breastfeeding, bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
- Actively participate in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Accurately document all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Patient Care Liaison
OSF St. Francis Medical Center, McGuire Aquatic Team
Peoria, IL
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Kept team efficient with well-stocked and organized unit supplies.
- Supported efficient admissions and discharge processes by preparing related paperwork.
- Built charts for patients and set up security bands and sensors for each person based on age and condition.
Server
The Mix
Rockton, IL
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Memorized menu additions, changes, and limited offerings and answered questions regarding dietary restrictions and nutrition information.
- Trained new servers in company policies, guest service standards, and best practices.
- Processed orders and payments using POS system terminals and registers.
Swim Instructor
McGuire Aquatic Team
Rockford, IL
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Taught children ages 2-10 with flexible class schedule.
- Educated students on correct form and important safety behaviors.
- Customized instruction strategies based on knowledgeable evaluations of students' abilities.
- Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
- Customized lessons for ages 2-10 through careful evaluation of each child's skill level and needs.
Hostess
Applebees
Rockford, IL
04.2014 - 01.2017
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Governed dining area with natural leadership talents and organizational strategies focused on balancing guest and business needs.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Bradley University
Peoria05.2019
Skills
- EMR / EHR
- Strong clinical judgment
- Medication Administration
- Microsoft Word
- Direct nursing care
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Postpartum Registered Nurse
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
07.2019 - Current
Patient Care Liaison
OSF St. Francis Medical Center, McGuire Aquatic Team
03.2018 - 07.2019
Server
The Mix
07.2017 - 08.2018
Swim Instructor
McGuire Aquatic Team
09.2016 - 08.2018
Hostess
Applebees
04.2014 - 01.2017
BSN - Nursing
Bradley University
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