Keri Lais
Waverly
Summary
Highly-motivated and well-versed nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Tripoli Community School District
Tripoli
08.2024 - Current
- Conduct screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development
- Collaborate with teachers and other staff members to ensure a safe learning environment for students
- Provide health services to students, including first aid and administering medication
- Develop individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs.
Registered Nurse- Surgery, Clinics, MedSurg and CM
Waverly Health Center
Waverly
10.2017 - Current
- Retrieve and review patient medical history and all necessary documents and diagnostic information needed for upcoming procedure
- Monitor and maintain a safe and comfortable environment in the operating while primarily advocating for the surgical patient
- Responsible for assessing, delegating, and coordinating nursing care based on the patient’s problem and needs, by initiating the nursing process in the everyday practice of nursing
- Communicate with providers, manager, and/or other healthcare team members about changes in patients’ clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology
- Document patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system
- Worked collaboratively with other departments within the organization to ensure quality care was being delivered efficiently
- Facilitated communication between payers, providers and patients concerning authorization issues or concerns
Operating Room Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Waterloo
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process
- Assisted/anticipated and passed instruments/supplies to the surgeon during operation as a scrub nurse
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing various surgical procedures
Long Term Care Registered Nurse
Western Homes and Shell Rock Senior Living
Iowa
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Developed individualized care plans for patients based on assessment of physical, psychological, and social needs
- Assessed status of residents, administered medications, and provided treatment and cares for residents according to physician, nursing, and pharmacy orders
- Acted as a role model and supervisor by teaching and demonstrating nursing skills, professionalism, and proper conduct at all times to colleagues
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing activities in accordance with established standards of practice.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Unity Point Health, Waterloo West Family Medicine
Waterloo
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted provider and other clinical staff with obtaining basic vital information preparing patient for examination, treatment, and minor surgical procedures
- Responsible for tracking information for follow-up appointments related to office visits, laboratory tests and procedures to regularly follow patients monitoring disease status
- Obtained prior authorizations, scheduled referrals for patients with specialist or outpatient as requested by the provider.
- Answered questions and provided teaching to patients and family members
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Program
Kaplan University
Urbandale, IA10.2017
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA05.2016
Associate of Science - Executive Assistant
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA05.2009
Skills
- Health assessment
- Medication administration
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Collaboration skills
- Electronic medical records
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- EMS charting
- Team collaboration
- Time management
Timeline
School Nurse
Tripoli Community School District
08.2024 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
11.2019 - 06.2020
Long Term Care Registered Nurse
Western Homes and Shell Rock Senior Living
05.2019 - 02.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Unity Point Health, Waterloo West Family Medicine
10.2018 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse- Surgery, Clinics, MedSurg and CM
Waverly Health Center
10.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing Program
Kaplan University
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Associate of Science - Executive Assistant
Hawkeye Community College