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Kimberly Stauffer

Dodge Center,MN

Summary

Adept at enhancing patient outcomes, my tenure at Mayo Clinic showcases a proficiency in interdisciplinary team communication and delivering compassionate care. Leveraging skills in patient assessments and interdisciplinary collaboration, significantly contributing to high-quality care standards. Expertise in ACLS and mentorship of new staff underscore achievements beyond routine tasks, embodying a results-driven approach to nursing excellence. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven 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

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Mayo Clinic
05.2006 - Current

Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Mayo Clinic
08.2003 - 05.2006
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Augsburg College
Minneapolis, MN
12.2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN
12.2005

Diploma, Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN
10.1998

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Compassionate Care
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Chart management
  • Staff Supervision/Charge Nurse
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Accomplishments

    Karis Award Recipient

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Mayo Clinic
05.2006 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Mayo Clinic
08.2003 - 05.2006

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Augsburg College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rochester Community And Technical College

Diploma, Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Hennepin Technical College
Kimberly Stauffer