Laura Berg
Billings,MT
Summary
Conscientious Operating Room Staff Nurse offering 5 years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, OR procedures, and OR equipment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Orsini
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with administrative and pharmacy staff to plan refill scheduling and deliveries of medications.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Intermountain Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with Anesthesiologists and Surgeons to provide quality patient care while in the Operating Room.
- Advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provide direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Utilize sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
Certified Mobile Research Nurse
PCM Trials
02.2022 - Current
- Schedule home visits and coordinate with research team for delivery of needed supplies and investigational products in a timely manner.
- Administer in home infusions, record vitals, record appropriate data for studies, and ensure patient safety throughout.
- Communicate with patient care team to ensure appropriate and complete medical care of patients
Registered Nurse, Oncology and Hospice Unit
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each patient while following physician instructions.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Successfully completed preceptor training and actively trained new associates
- Admission and Discharge Nurse, worked closely with physicians and care managers to plan patient care
Travel Registered Nurse
FlexCare Medical Staffing
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Banner University Medical Center
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Implemented physician orders and tracked progress against care plan to assess results.
- Supported timely diagnostic and ongoing testing by collecting samples.
- Helped physicians complete bedside procedures to address patient concerns.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
Patient Care Technician
Tucson Medical Center
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Patient Transporter
Tucson Medical Center
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
Substitute Teacher
Vail Unified School District
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Social Studies Teacher
Vail Unified School District
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
History Teacher
Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District #35
08.2011 - 05.2016
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Proctored classroom exams and finals in secure environment to prevent plagiarism and cheating.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Participated in school district meetings and parent-teacher conferences to give insight into student progress and curriculum plans.
- Performed duties as History Department Head
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, History And Social Studies
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.2009
Skills
- Medication Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Chronic Disease Management
- Compassionate communication
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Charting
- IV Insertion
- Patient Safety
- Emergency Response
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS (Anticipated Completion Sept. 2024)
- Chemotherapy Certification
- Periop 101 Completion
Timeline
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Orsini
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Intermountain Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
Certified Mobile Research Nurse
PCM Trials
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Oncology and Hospice Unit
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2021 - 01.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
FlexCare Medical Staffing
09.2020 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Banner University Medical Center
08.2019 - 08.2020
Patient Care Technician
Tucson Medical Center
04.2019 - 08.2019
Patient Transporter
Tucson Medical Center
02.2018 - 04.2019
Substitute Teacher
Vail Unified School District
08.2017 - 05.2018
Social Studies Teacher
Vail Unified School District
07.2016 - 05.2017
History Teacher
Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District #35
08.2011 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education, History And Social Studies
Northern Arizona University
- BLS
- ACLS (Anticipated Completion Sept. 2024)
- Chemotherapy Certification
- Periop 101 Completion
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