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Lauren Pouche

Lee's Summit,MO

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with a total of 13 years of experience, 6 years of charge nurse experience at Saint Luke's East Hospital. Skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and effective communication, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases. Gravitates towards end of life care and ensuring terminal illness pain is managed.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Saint Luke's East Hospital
02.2015 - Current
  • ACLS re-certified every 2 years
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • 6 years Charge Nurse experience, two years of which had own patient load of 5-6 patients per night.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.

Registered Nurse

Centerpoint Medical Center
06.2012 - Current
  • Assists with end of life care
  • ONS certified
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.

Mental Health Technician

Two Rivers Psychiatric Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs).
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

William Jewell College
Liberty, MO
02-2012

Blue Springs High School
Blue Springs, MO
01-2006

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient monitoring
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Personal care needs
  • Relationship building
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Team coordination
  • Medication distribution
  • Nursing staff leadership

Accomplishments

  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements. Successfully provided quality care to 5-6 patients in a medical intermediate/medical oncology environment every shift.
  • Binder full of personalized Daisy Award nominations collected over the course of career thus far
  • Peru Medical Mission Trip September 2019

Certification

  • BLS Basic Life Support
  • ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certified
  • Studying for CMSRN

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Saint Luke's East Hospital
02.2015 - Current

Registered Nurse

Centerpoint Medical Center
06.2012 - Current

Mental Health Technician

Two Rivers Psychiatric Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

William Jewell College

Blue Springs High School

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