Laura Lentsch
Garretson,SD
Summary
Seeking a gratifying career utilizing my current knowledge of Sanford Health policies, regulations, and procedures, to identify deficiencies and develop system standards and adherence to regulatory standards in order to promote the health and safety of patients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
RN – Ambulatory & Triage
Sanford Health
10.2018 - Current
- Ensure patient safety in a team environment
- Communicate with patients in a timely manner
- Triage patient symptoms to determine urgency
- Collaborate with physicians on plan of care
- Provide optimal care while improving patient satisfaction.
Clinical Care Leader
Sanford Health
05.2013 - 09.2018
- Coordinate and manage patient placement, scheduling and nursing assignments
- Apply critical thinking during crisis situations
- Effectively manage conflict in real time with those directly involved
- Act as a resource and mentor for nursing staff
- Facilitate communication between departments, nursing staff, and physicians
- Review department target staffing and accommodate unit needs
- Complete annual employee evaluations
Registered Nurse
Sanford Health
09.2010 - 09.2018
- Provide direct patient care to surgical gynecology patients, postpartum population, and newborn infants
- Perform assessments and identify expected outcomes
- Offer personalized care based on patient’s diagnoses, history, and needs
- Empower new mothers to care for their baby while identifying potential learning needs
- Provide a safe environment for patients and their families
- Perform triage of patients and prioritize patient needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Dakota State University
05.2010
Skills
Highly motivated & task driven
Integrity, reliability, & accountability
Chart audit; review of medial records & documentation
Strong interpersonal communication skills; collaboration & teamwork
Initiative & proactivity; Think critically and find solutions to problems
Adhere to organization policy & procedures
ACTIVITIES
Nursing Senate, 2016 – 2018
Birthplace Staffing & Scheduling Committee, 2016 – 2018
Interview Committee Member for CCL & Birthplace Director positions Neonatal
Resuscitation Program (NRP), 2010- 2018
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC)
Clinical Academic Partner (CAP)
Formal Preceptor
Flu Shot Champion
Timeline
RN – Ambulatory & Triage
Sanford Health
10.2018 - Current
Clinical Care Leader
Sanford Health
05.2013 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse
Sanford Health
09.2010 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Dakota State University