Lauren Berger
La Crosse,WI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with a progressive career history in direct and indirect patient care. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients, families and caregivers through empathetic and respectful communication, a calm demeanor and cheerful personality.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiopulmonary Unit
Gundersen Health Systems
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis, disease process and management, new medications and/or changes, and lifestyle options.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
CNA
Villa At Middleton Village
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided passionate and attentive care while assisting patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Inspector Packer/Quality Control
Plastic Ingenuity, Inc
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Assessed, documented, and organized blueprints and specifications to comply with legal and customer requirements.
- Documented inspection results, completed reports, and input data into quality databases.
Dietary Aide
Heartland Country Village Nursing Home
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures, coordinating with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
Waitress
Gordon's Family Restaurant
03.2015 - 07.2018
- Welcomed and seated guests, took guest orders, and effectively communicated them to the kitchen staff.
- Memorized the menu for efficient conversations and adequate recommendations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Winona, MN05.2022
High School Diploma -
Wisconsin Heights High School
Mazomanie, WI05.2018
Skills
- Patient and Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Administration of Medications
- Critical Thinking and Prioritization
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Documentation and Charting
Overview of Clinical Experience
Medical Surgical Unit, Winona Health - Winona, MN
- Fall 2020, 60 hours
Vascular General Surgery PCU, Mayo Clinic - Rochester, MN
- Spring 2021, 90 hours
Gundersen Health Systems - La Crosse, WI
- Labor and Delivery, NICU, Post-Partum and the Women's Health Clinic
- Fall 2021, 30 hours
Bridges Health and Bridges Connect - Winona, MN
- Public Health Community Clinical, Fall 2021 and Spring 2022
- Completed health assessments, provided podiatric care, assisted with clinical operations as a team lead, consulted interprofessional team members on individual client needs and provided client-specific education and services.
- Lead and participated in virtual calls with multiple clients a week, provided education to at-risk youth, and created educational brochures.
Cardiopulmonary Unit, Gundersen Health Systems - La Crosse, WI
- Spring 2022 Senior Capstone, 120 hours
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Certified to care for Intermediate Care (IMC) patients
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiopulmonary Unit
Gundersen Health Systems
08.2022 - Current
CNA
Villa At Middleton Village
05.2021 - 08.2021
Inspector Packer/Quality Control
Plastic Ingenuity, Inc
06.2018 - 12.2020
Dietary Aide
Heartland Country Village Nursing Home
02.2017 - 06.2018
Waitress
Gordon's Family Restaurant
03.2015 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
High School Diploma -
Wisconsin Heights High School
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