Korette Funk
Billings,Montana
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Billings Clinic Hospital, excelling in compassionate care and strong clinical judgment. Demonstrated success in interdisciplinary collaboration and emergency response, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in medication and IV administration, with a commitment to ethical practice and family education.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Maternal Child Float Pool
Billings Clinic Hospital
09.2018 - Current
- Conduct thorough patient assessments on a wide variety of patients in Newborn Intensive Care, Labor/Delivery/Recovery/Postpartum, Pediatrics and Pediatric Intensive Care to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and providers, and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborate with physicians and providers to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provide emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers during difficult times.
- Improve patient satisfaction by providing high quality nursing care and addressing each individual's needs.
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
Billings Clinic Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2018
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, fostering trust and establishing positive rapport with healthcare team members.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients upon admission and throughout hospital stay, identifying potential risks and making necessary interventions for safer recovery processes.
- Provided training to parents and caregivers on proper medication administration, leading to better adherence and improved treatment outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication with colleagues, ensuring continuity of care for all patients.
- Demonstrated compassion and professionalism when addressing unique emotional needs of pediatric patients, fostering environments that promoted healing and recovery.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assisted in identification of early warning signs in children at risk for health complications through routine monitoring and screening evaluations.
Registered Nurse, Per Diem
Advanced Care Hospital Of Montana
12.2012 - 12.2016
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted physicians during rounds by presenting accurate patient information and discussing treatment options.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to strict protocols and guidelines.
- Promoted healing environments by implementing evidence-based infection control measures and wound care techniques.
- Communicated effectively with family members, providing updates on patients' conditions while offering support resources when necessary.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs closely, identifying potential complications in a timely manner.
- Handled high-stress situations calmly under pressure when managing critical incidents such as code blues or rapid response calls.
- Enhanced patient comfort by performing comprehensive assessments and promptly addressing concerns.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Pediatric Registered Nurse, Pediatric Specialties
Billings Clinic- Billings MT
12.2011 - 01.2016
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take active roles in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, and central line placements.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing personalized care tailored to individual needs and preferences of each child and family.
- Administered chemotherapy medications with precision while closely monitoring possible adverse reactions.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently verifying patient information, dosage calculations, and administration methods.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by managing patient flow, scheduling appointments, and coordinating care with other medical professionals.
- Evaluated and monitored patients'' vital signs, lab results, and physical assessments during clinic visits, providing timely intervention when necessary.
- Administered vaccinations and medications, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of treatments.
Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
St. Vincent's Hospital
02.2000 - 12.2011
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting each individual's professional growth and development.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from hospital to home or other facilities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT12.1999
Associate of Science -
Northwest College
Powell, WY05.1992
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Attention to Detail
- Intravenous therapy, IV placement
- Family Education
- Emotional Support
- Critical Thinking
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Wound Care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Training staff
- Compassionate and Caring
Certification
- Registered Nurse, state of Montana
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- STABLE - Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, Emotional Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ENPC - Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course
- Pediatric Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider
- Critical Care Pediatric Course
- Intermediate Level Fetal Monitoring
Awards
Nurse Daisy Award Winner 2023
Nurse Daisy Award Winner 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Maternal Child Float Pool
Billings Clinic Hospital
09.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
Billings Clinic Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse, Per Diem
Advanced Care Hospital Of Montana
12.2012 - 12.2016
Pediatric Registered Nurse, Pediatric Specialties
Billings Clinic- Billings MT
12.2011 - 01.2016
Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
St. Vincent's Hospital
02.2000 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Montana State University - Bozeman
Associate of Science -
Northwest College
- Registered Nurse, state of Montana
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- STABLE - Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, Emotional Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ENPC - Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course
- Pediatric Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider
- Critical Care Pediatric Course
- Intermediate Level Fetal Monitoring
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