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Laura Cirves

Laura Cirves

Shoreline,WA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Patient-oriented Nurse with 20 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Geriatric/Hospice/Dementia specialty.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Self Employed-RN; Provider

For Senior’s Sake, Inc.
08.1999 - 07.2019
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Owner/Provider

For Senior’s Sake, Inc.
08.1999 - 07.2019
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Shoreline Community College, Seattle, WA
06.2006

PHI THETA KAPPA HONOR ROLL

  • GPA 4.0

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition/Dietetics

Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, WA
05.2000

Bachelor of Science - Pre-requisites

Pierce College, Puyallup, WA
06.1999

Skills

  • Employee Evaluation
  • Precepting
  • Treatment Planning
  • Personal care needs
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • First Aid
  • Disease specialization
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Staff Supervision
  • Training staff
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Documentation
  • Geriatric Care
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Evaluations
  • Family advocacy
  • Patient Relations
  • Nursing Consultation
  • Care Planning
  • Medical assessment
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Hospice philosophy understanding
  • Routine Examinations
  • Treatment Plan Modification
  • Health screening

Timeline

Self Employed-RN; Provider - For Senior’s Sake, Inc.
08.1999 - 07.2019
Owner/Provider - For Senior’s Sake, Inc.
08.1999 - 07.2019
Shoreline Community College - Associate Degree in Nursing, Nursing
Seattle Pacific University - Bachelor of Science, Nutrition/Dietetics
Pierce College - Bachelor of Science, Pre-requisites

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