Lara Grover
Corvallis,MT
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Bitterroot Health, excelling in patient monitoring and critical care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and conflict resolution. Skilled in advanced IV drug therapy management, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments. Committed to fostering positive patient relations and delivering culturally-sensitive care.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Bitterroot Health
Hamilton , MT
05.2025 - Current
- Responded promptly to customer complaints or concerns regarding quality of service delivered.
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement and provided guidance as needed.
- Facilitated collaboration between physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated clinical activities between different units to ensure efficient workflow.
- Developed and implemented staffing plans to ensure adequate coverage of shifts.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a timely manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate interdisciplinary communication and coordination of services.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Registered Nurse
Wildflower Aesthetics
Stevensville, MT
03.2025 - Current
- Ensured that all equipment used in administering IV therapy was properly maintained and sterilized according to standards.
- Performed routine assessments prior to initiating any type of intravenous therapy in order to determine appropriateness of treatment plan.
- Ordered supplies necessary for the delivery of quality IV therapy services.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bitterroot Health
Hamilton, MT
05.2023 - Current
- Bitterroot Health is a critical access hospital in the Bitterroot Valley, it is a 16 bed unit generally staffed with 1-2 doctors and 2-4 nurses. I work both as a charge nurse and staff nurse within the unit.
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on each patient's needs.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens for laboratory testing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Placement of ultrasound guided IV lines.
- Midline placement
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Medical Solutions
Yakima, WA
02.2023 - Current
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Community Medical Center
Misoula, MT
03.2022 - Current
- Managed day-to-day routines for newborn babies by administering medication and fluids and checking vital signs regularly.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- NICU is my float unit, my patients are considered feeders and growers. Patients that are less critical but that may still require IV fluids, billi lights, and temperature controlled environments. Many of my patients may be withdrawing from Narcotics and require specialized treatment.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Medical Center
Missoula, MT
10.2020 - Current
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Providence St Patrick’s Hospital
Missoula, MT
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Skyline Medical Staffing
Roundup , MT
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Travel assignment
- Critical access hospital
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Traveled with EMS to larger facilities to assist in patient transport.
- Monitored and cared for skilled, acute and swing bed patients.
Registered Nurse
Providence St. Patrick Hospital
Missoula, MT
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collaborated with treatment and service providers using interprofessional interdisciplinary team approach for continuity of care.
- Documented observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Conducted independent risk assessment for self-directed violence, analyzing risk factors, protective factors, mental status and current triggers.
- Developed collaborative safety plan with patient and family to prepare for discharge.
- Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
- Administered psychotropic drugs and other medications, adhering to medication schedules and making adjustments commensurate with patients' condition and response.
- Effectively managed daily charting for each patient.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
Registered Nurse PACT
Western Montana Mental Health
Hamilton, MT
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Screened patients for common treatment contraindications, including drug abuse and pregnancy.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bitterroot Health
Hamilton, Montana
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Missoula College University of Montana
Missoula, MT05.2019
Skills
- Medical screening
- Patient monitoring
- Sick visit procedures
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Patient relations
- OR and ER experience
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Diabetes management
- Intake and discharge
- Patient Care
- Home visits
- Medication and IV administration
- Follow-up calls
- Ultrasound guided IV insertion
- Critical care
- Life-sustaining machines
- IV drug therapy management
- Patient discharging
- Seizure management
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Patient education and counseling
- Vascular care understanding
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Medical assessment
- Electronic Health Records Management
- SBAR communication
- Flow sheet charting
- Infant CPR certified
- Documenting vitals
- IV and venipuncture certified
- First Aid/CPR
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Critical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- PPE Use
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Certification
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification 2022-23
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2022-2023
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support ACLS - 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Bitterroot Health
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Wildflower Aesthetics
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Providence St Patrick’s Hospital
09.2023 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bitterroot Health
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Medical Solutions
02.2023 - Current
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Community Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Skyline Medical Staffing
01.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Medical Center
10.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence St. Patrick Hospital
01.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse PACT
Western Montana Mental Health
06.2019 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Missoula College University of Montana
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bitterroot Health
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