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Kristie Chwalek

Tiffin

Summary

Registered nurse with over 10 years of experience in delivering exceptional patient care across diverse healthcare environments. Demonstrated expertise in patient assessment, care plan development, and disease management, ensuring seamless continuity of care. Skilled in care coordination and patient education, with a strong history of effective collaboration within interdisciplinary teams. Excellent communicator, adept at engaging patients and healthcare providers through various channels and actively participating in virtual training and team meetings.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Instructor

Hondros College of Nursing
Maumee
09.2024 - 02.2025
  • Cultivated positive clinical environment for six to ten RN and LPN students per cohort in skilled and long-term acute care settings.
  • Assigned patients weekly to students based on facility feedback, learning needs, and assessments.
  • Supervised and mentored students, enhancing skills through practical training and optimal instruction.
  • Facilitated development of critical thinking, technical, and professional communication skills while ensuring safety and confidentiality.
  • Conducted pre- and post-clinical conferences to connect theory with practice through discussion and reflection.
  • Monitored progress of student nurses, providing constructive feedback for improvement and maintaining performance records.

Registered Nurse

Bethesda Care Center
Fremont
04.2023 - 08.2024
  • Fulfilled primary bedside care responsibilities on 11-bed skilled unit and served as charge nurse for 72-bed facility.
  • Assessed patients' physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being to provide tailored education and support.
  • Detected health alterations and collaborated with providers to organize effective interventions and treatment regimens.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills to develop rapport with clients, families, and healthcare team members.

Hospice RN Case Manager

Stein Hospice
Sandusky
08.2021 - 03.2023
  • Coordinated care for 20 patients monthly, ensuring comprehensive and personalized treatment.
  • Supervised ancillary nursing personnel, applying professional judgment and effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Educated families on end-of-life care processes to promote informed decision-making.
  • Facilitated clear communication of evaluations during interdisciplinary team meetings and in documentation.

Hospice Registered Nurse

Promedica Hospice
Clyde
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provided admission, night, and weekend nursing coverage for 50-70 patients.
  • Addressed patient and family needs regarding physical, psychological, and spiritual preferences.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to adapt care plans as patient conditions changed.
  • Documented patient interactions, care plans, and outcomes in electronic health records accurately.

Registered Nurse

Heritage Hills Rehabilitation and Care Center
Nephi
01.2019 - 06.2020
  • Fulfilled role of primary bedside and shift lead in 42-bed rehabilitation and memory care facility.
  • Established therapeutic relationships with patients and families to enhance communication.
  • Utilized comprehensive knowledge of treatments and safety precautions to intervene in crises.
  • Monitored and documented patient conditions accurately using computerized systems.

Home Health Registered Nurse

Nursing Solutions of Arizona
Tucson
12.2015 - 05.2018
  • Delivered multidimensional care to patients of all ages, emphasizing pediatric needs and family support.
  • Developed individualized care plans for pediatric and adult patients, establishing goals based on nursing diagnoses.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care and address patient progress concerns.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, enhancing skills for self-management of chronic conditions.

Registered Nurse

Life Care Center of Tucson
Tucson
01.2014 - 02.2015
  • Provided primary bedside care for 18 to 35 adult and geriatric patients per shift at 118-bed facility.
  • Delivered direct patient care, including medication administration, IV management, wound care, and education for patients and caregivers.
  • Facilitated orientation for new admissions, conducting psychosocial, health, and physical assessments.
  • Developed initial care plans by verifying admission orders and assessing patient needs in collaboration with healthcare team.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
08.2013

Skills

  • Clinical assessment and care planning
  • Patient advocacy and support
  • Problem solving and resource management
  • Chronic disease management strategies
  • Medication management expertise
  • Time and organizational skills
  • Interdisciplinary communication techniques
  • Motivational interviewing methods
  • Electronic medical records proficiency
  • Microsoft Office Suite applications

Certification

  • Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio State Board of Nursing, RN.481986, 10/31/25
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 06/30/27

Timeline

Clinical Instructor

Hondros College of Nursing
09.2024 - 02.2025

Registered Nurse

Bethesda Care Center
04.2023 - 08.2024

Hospice RN Case Manager

Stein Hospice
08.2021 - 03.2023

Hospice Registered Nurse

Promedica Hospice
10.2020 - 08.2021

Registered Nurse

Heritage Hills Rehabilitation and Care Center
01.2019 - 06.2020

Home Health Registered Nurse

Nursing Solutions of Arizona
12.2015 - 05.2018

Registered Nurse

Life Care Center of Tucson
01.2014 - 02.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University

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