KIM SIMONSEN
Waterford,WI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Navigator
Ascension All Saints Hospital
Racine, WI
11.2020 - Current
- Coordinated appropriate and efficient delivery of healthcare services to promote optimal outcomes by assessing and matching unmet needs with referrals and support services.
- Facilitated timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing and procedures to advocate for patients, expedite plan of care and promote continuity.
- Administered medications, charted patient vitals, and communicated findings with doctors, healthcare professionals, patients and family members.
- Synchronized care with multidisciplinary team to promote timely follow-up of treatment and supportive care recommendations.
- Followed up with patients for adherence to post-discharge medical and lifestyle plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Froedtert Lutheran Medical Hospital
Milwaukee, WI
12.2018 - 11.2020
- Updated patient charts using EPIC with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
- Prepared patients for IR procedures by educating patients and family members on IR procedures such as cTACE and Vertebroplasty.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Grace Hospice
West Allis, WI
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Ascension All Saints
Racine, WI
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
Registered Nurse, Surgery Clinic
Ascension All Saints
Racine, WI
05.2014 - 11.2017
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Updated patient charts using EPIC with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as Cholecystectomy and Hernia surgery.
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Aurora St. Luke's Hospital
Milwaukee, WI
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills when interacting with patients.
- Kept work and patient areas clean, orderly and well-stocked to promote efficiency.
- Supported patients by keeping private and confidential information concealed in adherence to regulations and procedures.
Registered Nurse, Dermatology Clinic
Mercy Walworth Medical Center
Lake Geneva, WI
06.2003 - 05.2013
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as 40 patients each day in high-volume clinic setting.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including Mohs procedures and skin biopsy procedures.
RN Plastic Surgery Clinic
Mercy Walworth Medical Center
Lake Geneva, WI
11.1994 - 12.2002
- Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care and maintained aseptic techniques through surgeries and procedures.
- Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WISkills
Complex case management
Excellent verbal and written communication
Collaborate
Case management
Patient evaluation
Chronic disease management
Excellent interpersonal and customer service
Transitional care management
Managed Care
Additional Information
I currently care for complex patient's in a Comprehensive Care Clinic. This clinic is designed to assist patient's and their support systems in managing complex medical conditions and related psychosocial situations more effectively. Our goal is to avoid duplication of services and readmissions.
I use interpretation services daily to communicate with non English speaking patients.
I would be an excellent addition to your staff. Looking foreword to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Kim Simonsen RN
Timeline
RN Navigator
Ascension All Saints Hospital
11.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
Froedtert Lutheran Medical Hospital
12.2018 - 11.2020
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Grace Hospice
11.2017 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Ascension All Saints
01.2017 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse, Surgery Clinic
Ascension All Saints
05.2014 - 11.2017
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Aurora St. Luke's Hospital
05.2013 - 05.2014
Registered Nurse, Dermatology Clinic
Mercy Walworth Medical Center
06.2003 - 05.2013
RN Plastic Surgery Clinic
Mercy Walworth Medical Center
11.1994 - 12.2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Technical College