Laurie J. Bovee
Circle Pines,USA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse with over 20+ years of diverse experience in Acute and End of Life Care. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient-focused care while advocating for patient needs and ensuring safety in high-pressure environments. Committed to fostering collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and promote a supportive healthcare atmosphere. Eager to contribute expertise and dedication to a forward-thinking organization that values quality care and teamwork.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Allina Mercy Hospital
Coon Rapids, MN
- Achieved optimal patient outcomes by providing expert care for critically ill individuals facing septic shock, cardiac complications, alcohol withdrawal, drug overdose, ARDS, neurological crises, acute and chronic renal failure, DKA, GI bleeds, and postoperative conditions necessitating ICU intervention.
- Monitored and assessed the condition of critically ill patients to facilitate effective treatment planning.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration in the management of sedated and ventilated patients to enhance patient outcomes.
- Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation & Monitoring
- Executed comprehensive management of arterial central and PICC lines, including coordination of lab draw procedures.
- Blood Transfusion
- NG Tube Placement
- Foley Catheter Placement
- IV Medication Administration
- Management of Ventriculostomy & Lumbar Drain
- Chest Tube Management
- Alcius & Arctic Sun Cooling/Re Warming Following Cardiac Arrest
- Management of ordered Electrolyte Protocols
- Electronic Charting in Excellian
- BIS Monitoring
- Train of Four Monitoring
- Insulin Drip Protocol Management
- TPN and Tube Feed
- Family and Patient Teaching
- Implementation of Care Plans
- Collaboration with ICU Intensivists, Respiratory Therapists, Spiritual Care, Dietary, Physical Therapy as well as Occupational Therapy, to provide exceptional multi-disciplinary care to the Critically Ill Patient.
- Use of Glucometer PRN
- Use of I-STAT machine to obtain ACT values during Embolization Cases
- Intra-procedure titration of Cardiac Drips to maintain hemodynamic stability
- Area Collaboration with Radiology Technologists to provide the highest quality of Patient care possible in a Procedural
RN Case Manager Hospice
Vivie Home Care & Hospice
Anoka, MN
08.2025 - Current
- Execute thorough patient assessments to formulate tailored care plans.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Educate patients and families on hospice services and end-of-life options.
- Monitor patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during transitions.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and organizational policies in patient care delivery.
- Trained new staff on best practices in hospice nursing and case management protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Proactively identified potential barriers to quality care delivery and implemented solutions for improved service provision.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
RN, PACU
Allina Surgery Center
Vadnais Heights MN
03.2023 - 07.2025
- Monitored patient vital signs post-anesthesia to ensure safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate seamless care transitions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Educated patients and families on recovery processes and post-operative care requirements.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety during recovery.
- Assisted in developing recovery plans tailored to individual patient needs for optimal outcomes.
Peri-Anesthesia RN/Radiology RN
Allina Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Minneapolis, MN
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Moderate Sedation of the Outpatient for Interventional Radiology Procedures
- Admit and Discharge of Outpatients
- Recovery of Patients Post Procedure
- For: Cerebral Angiograms, Aneurysm Coiling, Radiology Interventions for Strokes, Miscellaneous Drain Placement, Hepatic Angiograms, Uterine Fibroid Embolizations, De-clot of Fistula-grams, Interventions for DVT’s
- Resource to CT Department for Accessing Portacaths
- Resource for MRI for the monitoring cardiac status of Pacemaker Patients requiring scans
Case Manager
Moments Hospice
Golden Valley, MN
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Evaluation and Assessment of Patients for appropriateness/Medicare eligible
- Development of Individualized Care Plans
- Implementation of Care Plan
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team
- Ongoing Weekly Assessments of Patients within assigned caseload
- Preparing and Processing of Electronic Drug Orders
- Supervisory Responsibility for Home Health Aides assigned to Caseload
- Weekly Reporting/Presenting to Medical Director regarding data substantiating decline of Patient per Medicare Guidelines
- Electronic Charting/Documentation of Patient Assessments
- On Call Responsibilities on rotating basis
PACU Nurse
Sutter Surgery & Endoscopy Center
Santa Rosa, CA
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Total Assessment of the Post-Operative Patient
- Vital Sign Monitoring and Identification of Arrythmia
- Administration of IV Medications ordered by Anesthesia Team
- PRN placement of Nasopharyngeal Airway or Oral Airway
- PRN Dressing Changes
- Blood Glucose monitoring, Treatment and Education
- Discharge Teaching for Patient and Family for Orthopedic, Gynecological, General Surgery and Eye surgery instructions
- Paper Charting Documentation
- Post-Operative Follow up calls to Patients
- Collaboration with Team members to provide the highest quality of Patient care and service.
PACU Nurse
SCA HEALTHEAST Maplewood Surgery Center
Maplewood, MN
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Total Assessment and Care of Adult and Pediatric Patients immediately following surgery, frequent Vital Sign Monitoring and Interpretation
- Administration of Medications including but not limited to IV Pain Medications, IV Vasopressors, IV Anti-Emetics, Nebulizer Treatments
- Placement of Oral or Nasal Airways in the event of Respiratory Distress Post Extubation
- Placement of Foley Catheter PRN
- Surgical Dressing Changes PRN including Wet to Dry, Pressure and Steri Strip Placement
- Collaboration with CRNA and Anesthesiologist to develop and provide Effective Care Plans for Patient’s following surgical procedures
- Post-Operative Discharge Teaching with Patient Family
- Occasional Pre-Operative Assessment of Patient, Review of Previous Health History and Eligibility based upon Criteria Required by Medical Executive Committee in the Ambulatory Surgical Setting
- Daily Narcotic Count and Restock
- Charting Documentation
- Temperature Surveillance for all General Anesthesia Cases
- Blood Sugar Monitoring and Treatment
- Hemoglobin Monitoring and non-transfusion treatments such as use of Albumin until Hospital Transfer
- Surgical Procedures Performed at Maplewood Surgery Center includes: Thyroidectomy, Mastectomy, Hysterectomy, Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation, Hemorrhoidectomy, Vasectomy, Miscellaneous Foot Surgeries, Plastics Mammoplasty Reduction and Augmentation, Liposuction and Abdominoplasty, Brachioplasty, Face and Neck Lifts, Laminectomy, Tonsillectomy, Removal of Foreign Objects, Umbilical, Inguinal and Ventral Hernia Repair
- Infection Control and Prevention Coordinator (concurrent role)
- In this role, I perform the following tasks: Education and training of All Staff regarding Infection Control and Prevention, related policies and procedures
- 60 and 90 Day Post-Operative Surveillance of all Surgeries at the facility
- Post-Operative Investigation and Tracking
- Monthly, Quarterly and Annual reporting of Infection and Trends to the Medical Executive Committee
- Tracking of Disease Outbreaks in the Community
- Management of the Influenza Vaccination Program for Staff and subsequent reporting to the NHSN
- Monthly Grand Rounds to ensure Infection Control and Prevention Compliance
- Hand Hygiene Audits throughout the facility
- Annual Infection Control Risk Assessment
- Presentation of Infection Control Program to CMS, JCHAO, and the State of Minnesota upon request
- Attendance at annual APIC Conferences
- Tracking and Application of new CDC guidelines
Neuro ICU Nurse
ALLINA HEALTH
St. Paul, MN
08.2013 - 03.2015
- Assessment, Monitoring, Critical Care and Stabilization of but not limited to, the following Patient Populations: Neuro ICU Nurse
- Abnormal Vascular Malformations
- Ruptured and Unsecured Aneurysm
- Aneurysm Coiling
- Aneurysm Clipping
- Ischemic Stroke
- Post TPA
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Tumor
- Hydrocephalus
- Seizure Disorder
- Tumor Debulking
- ETOH Withdrawal
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Post Op Endarectomy
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Other Intra-Cranial Hemorrhage
- Skills Utilized in this position included but not limited to: Critical Thinking
- Collaborative Care of the Sedated and Ventilated Patient
- ICP monitoring via Ventriculostomy
- Frequent Vital Sign Monitoring and management of Blood Pressure Parameters
- Interpretation and management of Electrolyte Protocols
- Frequent Neuro Assessment and Change Reporting to Unit Intensivist
- Pain assessment treatment and monitoring
- Lumbar Drain Monitoring and reporting
- Administration of IV medications
- Insulin Drip Management
- Vasopressor Drip Management (Nicardipine, Levophed, Dopamine, Neosynephrine)
- NG Placement
- Foley Catheter Placement
- Tube Feeding Pump, IV Pump, PCA Pump, CADD/Epidural Pump
- Blood Glucose Monitoring and Treatment
Neurological Intensive Care Nurse
HEALTHEAST
St. Paul, MN
03.2005 - 01.2011
- Assessment of patients with Abnormal Vascular Malformations, Aneurysms, Subarachnoid Hemorrhages, Ischemic Strokes, Inter-Cranial Hemorrhages, Post procedural Endarectomy
- Interpretation of Electrolyte Imbalances and Implementation of Treatment
- Collaboration with multi-disciplinary team for the treatment and care of Neuro ICU Patients
- Management of Ventriculostomy Drains & Lumbar Drains including assessment of ICP & CSF Pressure/ Output.
- Management of Patient’s Airway while on Ventilator Support
- Management of Pharmaceutically Induced Coma via titration of ordered drugs
- Preservation of Skin Integrity via assessment and treatment
- Administration of IV Drugs
- Administration of Medicines and Nutrition via NG and G/J Tubes
- Monitoring and Assessment of Cardiac Arrhythmias
- Monitoring and Management of Blood Glucose Levels
- Teaching as appropriate to Patients and Families regarding care, equipment and procedures, as well as recovery issues.
- Medical Surgical Nurse
- Caring for a diverse population of patients, including: Post-Operative Care and Teaching for: Bariatric Rous-en-Y (Laparoscopic and Open), Thoracotomy, Percutaneous Nephrostomy/Stent Placement, Ileostomy & Colostomy, Radical Prostatectomy, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair, Cholecystectomy, EGD, Whipple procedures
- Medical Unit Care and Teaching for: Pneumonia, Small Bowel Obstruction, Congestive Heart Failure, ETOH Withdrawal, Diabetes, Chronic Renal Failure/Acute Renal Failure, End of Life Comfort Cares, Tracheal Care and Deep Suction (excluding Ventilator), Telemetry Monitoring & Interpretation, Admission and Discharge of all Patients within shift assignment
- Healtheast St. John’s Hospital
- ACT/ER Registered Nurse
- Admitting variety of patients and performing the following functions: Complete Physical Assessment, Obtaining full Medical History, Medication Reconciliation, Placement of IV, Completion of any Stat Physician Orders, Creation of the Patient’s initial Care Plan, Electronic Charting of Admission, Assessment, Morse Fall Risk Score and Braden Skin Score, Teaching of Hand Hygiene, Orientation to the Hospital and patient room, Performing nursing care functions within the Emergency Department when not performing an admission.
Registered Nurse Clinician Vascular Surgery
ALLINA ABBOTT NORTHWESTERN HOSPITAL AND UNITED HOSPITAL
Minneapolis, MN And St Paul Mn
02.2021 - 2023
- Conducted patient evaluations to design tailored care strategies for improved health outcomes.
- Engaged with diverse teams to drive enhancements in patient care and overall satisfaction.
- Delivered comprehensive education to patients and families to enhance understanding of disease management and promote health strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of vital signs and medication responses to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Patient Monitoring for effectiveness of medication regimens, lab result analysis for titrations of medications to maintain therapeutic INR levels pre and post op.
- Pre Op and post Op Patient/Family Education regarding Endo- Vascular Surgery Procedures such as Fistula Declot, Trans-Carotid Revascularization, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair, Angiogram with Varied Interventions, Limb Amputation
RN Float Case Manager
Allina Hospice and Palliative Care
St. Paul, MN
2011 - 2013
- Facilitated clinical and psychosocial interventions to address the needs of patients and their families.
- Coordinated and managed care plans for terminally ill and actively dying patients, addressing their needs in both home and facility contexts.
- Care Planning
- Led interdisciplinary teams in coordinating care with hospice physicians to optimize patient support. Fostered collaboration among healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive treatment strategies. Championed effective communication to drive team alignment and improve service delivery.
- Contributed to weekly interdisciplinary team meetings aimed at fostering communication and innovative solutions.
- Medication Titration within Standing Order Sets for Patient Comfort
- Full Assessment of Assigned Patients
- Application of Evidence Based Practice Hospice Nursing
- Pleurex Drainage for Patient’s with terminal Ascites
- TPN / Tube Feedings
- Transfusions per Allina Protocols
- CADD Pump set up and programming, narcotic cartridge changes
- Psychosocial Assessment and Referral
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
University of St. Catherine
St. Paul, MN01.2005
Skills
Hospice care expertise
Clinical decision-making
Intravenous fluid management
Commitment to ethical standards
Affiliations
- Minnesota Nursing Association
- AACN
- APIC MEMBER
Certification
- State of Minnesota Registered Nurse License #R 172590-2
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- PALS Certification
- Telemetry Training/Certification
- Healtheast Critical Care Certification
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
Section name
- Electronic Charting Experience on
- EPIC
- McKesson
- Roadnotes
- Home Care Home Base
- GE
- Devero
- Service Minder/Eldermark
Timeline
RN Case Manager Hospice
Vivie Home Care & Hospice
08.2025 - Current
RN, PACU
Allina Surgery Center
03.2023 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse Clinician Vascular Surgery
ALLINA ABBOTT NORTHWESTERN HOSPITAL AND UNITED HOSPITAL
02.2021 - 2023
Peri-Anesthesia RN/Radiology RN
Allina Abbott Northwestern Hospital
08.2020 - 12.2021
Case Manager
Moments Hospice
05.2019 - 05.2020
PACU Nurse
Sutter Surgery & Endoscopy Center
01.2017 - 03.2019
PACU Nurse
SCA HEALTHEAST Maplewood Surgery Center
03.2015 - 08.2017
Neuro ICU Nurse
ALLINA HEALTH
08.2013 - 03.2015
Neurological Intensive Care Nurse
HEALTHEAST
03.2005 - 01.2011
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Allina Mercy Hospital
RN Float Case Manager
Allina Hospice and Palliative Care
2011 - 2013
Associate Degree - Nursing
University of St. Catherine