Lacie Myhre
Minnetonka,MN
Summary
Registered Nurse with expertise in direct patient care and staff mentorship, specializing in infection control procedures. Demonstrated success in analyzing data trends to develop training programs that improve patient safety and service delivery. Experienced in planning and executing initiatives that maximize operational potential, with strong leadership and client relations skills. Proven ability to build relationships and attract new clients through strategic and creative approaches.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Allina Health
Minneapolis, Minnesota
02.2024 - Current
- Provided comprehensive patient care and support across various clinical environments.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and recovery processes.
- Conducted assessments to identify and address patient needs and conditions.
- Maintained precise electronic health records for accurate patient tracking.
- Implemented infection control protocols to uphold safety standards in clinical settings.
- Mentored junior nurses while facilitating staff training sessions.
Co-Chair for NIIC
Allina Health
Minneapolis, Minnesota
04.2025 - Current
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance patient care across departments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize operational efficiency and workflow processes.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for staff on new procedures and compliance standards.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to promote health awareness initiatives.
- Analyzed data trends to inform decision-making and improve service delivery outcomes.
- Ensured adherence to regulations and standards related to safety and healthcare practices.
- Maintained communication between staff, board members, and stakeholders throughout event processes.
- Partnered with co-chairs to plan and organize activities during events.
Bartender
Ummies
Mankato , MN
08.2020 - 02.2024
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipe standards.
- Ensured sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Maintained accurate inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Provided tailored drink suggestions based on customer preferences.
- Processed payments accurately using POS system.
- Monitored guest alcohol consumption to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
Lead Caregiver
New Perspective Assisted Living
Mankato, MN
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided leadership and guidance to caregivers, ensuring quality elderly patient care.
- Developed strategies for managing challenging behaviors associated with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and supported personal hygiene for residents.
- Supervised staff in delivering patient care services per organizational standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
- Advocated for residents' rights as necessary, fostering a safe environment.
- Educated caregivers on safety practices for handling special needs individuals.
- Encouraged independence among clients through skill-building activities.
Medication Passer
New Perspective Assisted Living
Mankato, MN
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided medication to patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures.
- Verified patient identity prior to administering medications.
- Performed routine rounds to ensure timely administration of medications.
- Maintained accurate records of medications administered and provided updates to the medical staff.
- Ensured proper storage of all medications including refrigerated items.
- Monitored expiration dates on medication supplies and notified pharmacy for replenishment as needed.
- Educated patients regarding their prescribed medication regimen, possible side effects, safety precautions.
- Answered questions from family members or visitors related to medication administration process.
- Reported any adverse reactions or incidents related to drug therapy immediately.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations governing controlled substances.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Attended regular meetings with the healthcare team for discussion about new drugs or changes in existing medication regimens.
- Ordered necessary supplies for medication distribution area as needed.
- Participated in orientations for new employees related to medication administration processes.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to pharmacology, drug interactions.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA guidelines while handling confidential information relating to patients' prescriptions or health conditions.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Prepared lots of various medications per shift to distribute to patient orally, topically or through inhalation.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Promoted clean and sanitary environment by maintaining department equipment.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
- Monitored residents with self-administered medications and reported deviation from plans of care to licensed or registered nurse.
- Researched medications to better understand properties and interactions with other drugs.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
CNA
New Perspective Assisted Living
Mankato, MN
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Server
Grandma's Saloon & Grill
Duluth, MN
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
Cashier
Cub Foods
Duluth, MN
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
- Identified discrepancies between actual count and register balance; made corrections accordingly.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
- Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN07-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Mankato12.2023
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Licensed PHN
- Basic Accounting
- Performance Improvement
- Handling Difficult Customers
- ABC Regulations
- Able to Stand 16 Hours
- Outgoing Personality
- Team Training and Development
- Compassionate Communication
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Patient-Focused Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Infection Control Procedures
- Adaptable
- Valid Minnesota Driver's License
- Patient Assessments
- Able to Lift 150 Pounds
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Helping With Medication
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Family Support and Assistance
- Quick Problem Solver
- Compassionate
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Medical Records Management
- Basic Life Support
- BSL/CPR certification
Certification
- Licensed RN
- BSL/CPR certified
- Licensed PHN
Accomplishments
- UBC Leader
- NIIC Co-chair
- Preceptor
- ANW Nursing Professional Governance Board
- Data research for Digital care clinical communication
- Lead Caregiver
Affiliations
- involved in sports
- exercise
- yoga
- reading
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Co-Chair for NIIC
Allina Health
04.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Allina Health
02.2024 - Current
Lead Caregiver
New Perspective Assisted Living
11.2020 - 07.2022
Medication Passer
New Perspective Assisted Living
11.2020 - 07.2022
CNA
New Perspective Assisted Living
11.2020 - 07.2022
Bartender
Ummies
08.2020 - 02.2024
Server
Grandma's Saloon & Grill
03.2019 - 06.2020
Cashier
Cub Foods
06.2017 - 05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State University, Mankato