Lauren Kirchner
3870 McCutcheon Rd Columbus,OH
Summary
With 15 years of ICU expertise and a strong background in nursing education at Otterbein University and Children's Hospital , I excel in high-stakes environments, providing exceptional care and fostering student growth. Recognized for outstanding simulation debriefing skills and a collaborative spirit, I'm a proven leader and advocate at Nationwide Children's Hospital, dedicated to excellence for patients, families, and learners.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Simulation Coordinator
Nationwide Children's Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Established strong relationships with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless integration of simulations into various training programs.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by monitoring participant evaluations and making necessary adjustments to the program content.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to design customized simulation scenarios tailored to specific needs and objectives.
- Improved simulation training effectiveness by developing and implementing comprehensive curriculum plans.
Nursing Lab Instructor
Otterbein University
08.2021 - Current
- Cultivated learning-focused laboratory environment dedicated to building student skills and interest in field.
- Led a class independently, while simultaneously teaching others new programs and skills.
- Graded quizzes, tests, and homework to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Designed and led simulations while providing feedback to nursing students on performances.
- Developed and revised laboratory curriculum to ensure alignment with national standards and best practices.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Nationwide Children's Hospital
09.2010 - Current
- Provide care to children and adolescents with life-threatening or high acuity conditions that require close monitoring such as Level 1 traumas, cancer/tumor, acute respiratory distress related to viral/bacterial infections, septic shock, liver , kidney, and bone marrow transplants, overdose, and complex post operative patient populations.
- Initiation of quick corrective interventions in vital sign changes, while maintaining effective communication with medical teams to deliver efficient, safe, and extraordinary patient care
- Trained to take care of patients needing Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, high frequency oscillatory ventilation, and Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy.
- Recognized by peers as passionate and knowledgeable bedside nurse who delivers exceptional care to patients. Able to stay calm in critical situations, and has calming effect with patient's families during stressful times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Otterbein College
Westerville, OH2010
Skills
- 2 years of simulation background
- 15 years of ICU experience
- High quality simulation and debriefing skills
- 5 years of teaching in the Otterbein Nursing Department
- Experienced Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Preceptor for new nurses in the PICU
- Excellent time management, multitasking, and organizational skills while maintaining abilities to critically think
- Dedicated to maintain a positive, energetic, and supportive attitude
- Team player Duel collegiate athlete Member of the women's golf and basketball programs at Otterbein College
- Hard working, going above and beyond to provide outstanding care for patients and families
- Strong advocate for patients, families, and students
- Leader Effectively coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to create best outcome for patients
Certification
- CCRN- Critical Care Registered Nurse-Pediatric
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- PALS Instructor at Nationwide Children's Hospital
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- BLS Instructor at Nationwide Children's Hospital
- Working toward my CHSE
Licensure
Ohio Registered Nurse License #364253
Timeline
Simulation Coordinator
Nationwide Children's Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Nursing Lab Instructor
Otterbein University
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Nationwide Children's Hospital
09.2010 - Current
- CCRN- Critical Care Registered Nurse-Pediatric
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- PALS Instructor at Nationwide Children's Hospital
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- BLS Instructor at Nationwide Children's Hospital
- Working toward my CHSE
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Otterbein College
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