Kimberly Zichterman
RN
Howard,CO
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently develops strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Heart Of The Rockies Regional Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
RN Cardiology Clinic
Heart Of The Rockies Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current cardiovascular symptoms. Implemented telephone triage protocol with coworkers to streamline and prioritize care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies, coordinated cardiovascular procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Preformed EKGs and admission assessments.
Registered Nurse
University of Colorado Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2020
- Provides care to research participants undergoing a variety of procedures designated by NIH or industry sponsored protocols
- Works on inpatient unit doing complex procedures such as bronchoscopies and right sided heart catheterization, metabolic chamber protocols and insulin clamps
- Works on outpatient unit administering infusions, drawing lab work, and performing minor procedures such as medication administration, glucose tolerance tests, endothelial cell collection and microdialysis
- Nurse liaison providing assistance to MD PhDs and professional research assistants in commencing and implementing research protocols.
Pre Op/PACU Manager
Orthopedic Center Of The Rockies
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures. Educated patients and families on post surgical care.
- Prepared patients for a variety of orthopedic procedures, requiring strong IV skills and knowledge of surgical preparation techniques. Assisted anesthesiology with nerve blocks.
- Evaluated patients for appropriate placement in an outpatient surgery center, creating a streamlined screening tool with anesthesiology and RN staff collaboration.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Supported a healthy working environment, by creating a positive, collaborative workplace. Encouraged autonomy and personal growth.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Collaborated with anesthesiologists and surgeons in order to personalize and prioritize patient care, maintained surgery and staff scheduling in an ever changing environment in order to optimize both efficiency and a positive patient experience.
Unit Coordinator
Bronson Methodist Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2017
- As on site manager of JCAHO accredited Outpatient Surgery Center, provided care to all age ranges in a variety of surgical specialties, including ENT, orthopedics, dental, urology and general surgeries
- Was responsible for supervision, hiring, and professional development of 30 direct reports, conducting annual reviews, and creating staff schedules
- Worked in close collaboration with M.D.s, hospital administrators, support staff, and vendors, helping to implement hospital policies and procedures, and create uniform operations within surgical services at Bronson
- Maintained building and business licensures and certifications for the surgery center, and organized all building maintenance and support services
- Acted as charge nurse and participated in patient care
- Organized and implemented surgery center renovation and move to and from main hospital.
Registered Nurse
Bronson Methodist Hospital
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Provides care to patients of all ages with a variety of medical emergencies in a Level 1 Trauma Center
- Manages team of 4-6 patients, collaborating with multiple specialists and supervising Patient Care Technicians
- Works quickly and efficiently under pressure to provide safe, competent, and compassionate care
- Strong assessment, clinical, and communication skills; reliable team member
- ER Magnet Champion for 2018 recertification, Process Improvement and Shared Governance Committee, Preceptor
Clinical Nurse Manager
Children’s Hospital Colorado
07.2013 - 02.2015
- Managed two diverse research units specializing in pediatric and perinatal research, overseeing clinical implementation of over 120 clinical research trials sponsored by the NIH or commercial industry
- Was responsible for 19 direct reports, including registered nurses and professional research assistants, conducted annual reviews, provided professional development activities, and disciplinary action
- Member of several hospital committees including Nursing Operations Council, Ambulatory Leadership, Magnet, and numerous research operations committees
- Worked in close collaboration with M.D.s, PhDs, hospital administrators and other research organizations on the University of Colorado campus, helping to develop an infrastructure, policies and procedures, and ethical, uniform operations within departments conducting research
- Was responsible for monthly reporting to the directors of the Colorado Clinical Translational Sciences Institute, maintaining department budgets, running staff meetings, and performing payroll duties
- Developed a “charge master” fee-for-service model for nursing research activities
- Co-created the process for research nursing budgets for principle investigators
- Was co-investigator on a research study involving safe blood volume output limits in children
- Collaborated with local research RNs in developing a Rocky Mountain Chapter for the IACRN
- Annual Flu Captain.
Pre-Op/PACU Manager, Infection Prevention Specialist
Children’s North Surgery Center
04.2010 - 07.2013
- Managed daily operations and staff in JCAHO accredited ambulatory surgery center with diverse specialties; including orthopedics, ENT, general, plastics, endoscopy, urology, ophthalmology and dental procedures
- Monitored and implemented infection control policies and required activities for CMS and the Joint Commission
- Provided care to pediatric surgical patients from pre-op to discharge
- Managed CLIA waived testing, training and maintenance and annual Net-learning program
- Participated in Medical Advisory Committee meetings, Quality Assurance committees, and pharmacy review meetings
- Developed and revised policies and procedures
- Responsible for daily assignments and scheduling, hiring of staff and disciplinary action as necessary, new employee orientation, conducting performance evaluations and continuing education
- Maintained employee health files and administering annual flu vaccinations and PPD testing.
Registered Nurse
Exempla Saint Joseph Hospital
12.2008 - 11.2010
- Provided bedside care of level II to III premature and critically ill newborns with a variety of clinical presentations
- Primary duties included: excellent assessment skills, administering IV medications, assisting in high risk deliveries, developmental care planning, teaching family members, serving on care committees, maintaining skill competencies.
Registered Nurse
Boulder Surgery Center
01.2004 - 06.2010
- Provided care to pre and post-surgical orthopedic and pain procedure patients
- Primary duties included patient assessment, surgical preparation, IV administration, administering conscious sedation, pain management and patient education
- Nursing staff educator
- CPR instructor for the staff
- Charge nurse when necessary
- Managed in-house laboratory functions.
Registered Nurse
Boulder Community Hospital
06.2003 - 05.2005
- Provided care to pre and post-surgical general, orthopedic, endoscopy, neurology and radiology patients
- Primary duties included patient assessment, patient education, surgical preparation, IV administration, administering conscious sedation, recovering a variety of surgical patients from outpatient care to ICU levels.
PRN Registered Nurse
Rocky Mountain Cancer Center
04.2002 - 12.2003
- Provided care to cancer patients with a variety of malignancies and blood disorders
- Primary duties included administration of chemotherapy, patient assessment, central line draws and maintenance, phlebotomies, IV administration, assisting with bone marrow biopsies, and chemotherapy teaching.
Registered Nurse
Hematology / Oncology Associates
01.1996 - 05.1997
- Provided care to patients with a variety of malignancies and blood disorders
- Primary duties included: mixing and administering chemotherapy, patient assessment, phlebotomy, central line draws and maintenance, assisting with medical procedures such as bone marrow biopsies and thoracentesis, telephone triage, patient teaching and counseling, and coordinating home health and hospice care for patients.
Registered Nurse
Fort Collins Blood and Cancer Specialists
04.1995 - 11.1995
- Provided care to patients with a variety of malignancies and blood disorders
- Primary duties included: mixing and administering chemotherapy, patient assessment, phlebotomy, assisting with bone marrow biopsies, laboratory management, telephone triage, patient teaching, ordering and maintaining medical stock and pharmaceuticals.
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Hospital
06.1993 - 05.1995
- Completed new graduate internship program that provided specialized training in critical assessment skills, ventilator support, neonatal resuscitation, pathophysiology and pharmacology, central lines and I.V
- Therapy, assisting in high-risk deliveries, medical procedures such as lumbar puncture and exchange transfusions, and developmental programs for premature infants and newborns requiring special care
- Participated in primary nursing assignments involving the care of babies from admission through discharge, providing individualized care planning, educational and emotional support for families.
Education
BSN -
Regis University
Denver, CO05.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pueblo Community College Southwest Center
Durango, Colorado05.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
University of Wyoming
Laramie, Wyoming05.1991
Skills
- Unit Administration
- Emergency Response
- Chronic Disease Management
- Precepting
- Critical Care
- Lab Result Interpretation
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Emergency Procedures
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Assessment
- Hospice Philosophy Understanding
- EMR Systems
- Infection Control Measures
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Oncology Authority
- Medication and IV Administration
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Relations
- Procedure Preparations
Certification
- Colorado Registered Nurse, license #103072
- Chemotherapy Immunotherapy certification, current
- Certified Emergency Nurse, 05/2019
- Certified Pediatric Nurse, 2017
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Basic Life Support, current
- ENPC
- TNCC
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the Colorado Commission on Higher Education Scholarship, 1992-93
- Single nursing student selected for American Association of University Women scholarship, 1992-1993
Memberships
- International Association of Research Nurses (IACRN), 09/2013, 2015
- Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC), 04/2011, 04/2014
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Heart Of The Rockies Regional Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
RN Cardiology Clinic
Heart Of The Rockies Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 04.2023
Pre Op/PACU Manager
Orthopedic Center Of The Rockies
09.2020 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
University of Colorado Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2020
Unit Coordinator
Bronson Methodist Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse
Bronson Methodist Hospital
03.2015 - 02.2016
Clinical Nurse Manager
Children’s Hospital Colorado
07.2013 - 02.2015
Pre-Op/PACU Manager, Infection Prevention Specialist
Children’s North Surgery Center
04.2010 - 07.2013
Registered Nurse
Exempla Saint Joseph Hospital
12.2008 - 11.2010
Registered Nurse
Boulder Surgery Center
01.2004 - 06.2010
Registered Nurse
Boulder Community Hospital
06.2003 - 05.2005
PRN Registered Nurse
Rocky Mountain Cancer Center
04.2002 - 12.2003
Registered Nurse
Hematology / Oncology Associates
01.1996 - 05.1997
Registered Nurse
Fort Collins Blood and Cancer Specialists
04.1995 - 11.1995
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Hospital
06.1993 - 05.1995
BSN -
Regis University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pueblo Community College Southwest Center
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
University of Wyoming
- Colorado Registered Nurse, license #103072
- Chemotherapy Immunotherapy certification, current
- Certified Emergency Nurse, 05/2019
- Certified Pediatric Nurse, 2017
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Basic Life Support, current
- ENPC
- TNCC
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor
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