Lauren VanSteenkiste
New Baltimore,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nurse with proven ability to provide patient care in fast-paced environment. Calm and level-headed when handling high-stress situations. Uses strong communication skills and humor to develop professional relationships with patients and families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Clinical Resource Nurse
Ascension St. John Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Mentored newly hired nurses on facility's processes and procedures while providing valuable feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
Assistant Clinical Nurse Manager
Ascension St. John Hospital
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Unit was permanently closed 08/2023.
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. John Hospital
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with mental illness, alcohol withdrawal, substance abuse detox, pancreatitis, sickle cell anemia, and other conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Nurse Extern
Ascension St. John Hospital
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Observed experienced nursing professionals to learn new skills, procedures, and enhance knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI05.2021
Associate in General Studies -
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI05.2017
Skills
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Support and education
- Direct Patient Care
- Attention to Detail
- Delegation and Motivation
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Exp. 07/2025
- CPI Training, 12/2021
- Registered Nurse (RN), NSBN-Michigan State Board of Nursing, License No. 4704374141, Exp. 07/06/2025
Timeline
Clinical Resource Nurse
Ascension St. John Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Clinical Nurse Manager
Ascension St. John Hospital
03.2023 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. John Hospital
05.2021 - 03.2023
Nurse Extern
Ascension St. John Hospital
03.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Macomb Community College
Associate in General Studies -
Macomb Community College