Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Outpatient Staff Nurse
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
Rochester, MN
03.2021 - Current
Monitored patients, administered prescribed medications and completed procedures including IV Ketamine, nasal esketamine (Spravato), transmagnetic stimulation (TMS), and various long acting medications.
Documented all medications and procedures administered to mental health patients working closely with physicians and various healthcare providers utilizing EPIC systems.
Assisted with COVID testing and immunizations at the Mayo 41st COVID clinic.
Patient intake nurse for psychiatric practitioners.
Provided education and resources as the "health champion" for Generose 2-West and Mayo West-11 psychiatric areas.
Immunization Nurse/COVID Testing Nurse
Homeland Health Specialists Inc.
Minneapolis, MN
07.2020 - 03.2021
Administered flu, hepatitis, and COVID immunizations. Charge nurse for several flu and COVID clinics throughout the southern portion of the state.
Completed COVID testing for a unique cross section of individuals (colleges, major health care facilities, schools, etc) throughout Minnesota.
Provided information/answered questions from public while teaching protective safeguards during the 2020-21 COVID pandemic.
Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration, and overall patient assessments during immunization and testing clinics.
Registered Nurse - Residential Staff Nurse
Emily Program
Minneapolis, MN
04.2019 - 07.2020
Monitored and recorded patient condition related to eating disordered behavior. Reported vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Counseled patients, shared meals, provided emotional, and psychological support.
Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Monitored diet, physical activity, and various behaviors to assess condition and adjust treatment plan.
Updated supervising physicians, counselors, and families with observations and concerns.
Registered Nurse Mental Health
Sioux Trails Mental Health Center
Saint Peter, MN
08.2011 - 02.2012
Documented medication management, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Assisted in evaluating patient care needs, coordinating treatment, and maintaining patient flow.
Prioritized patient phone triage and carried out pre-authorizations.
Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
Assessed and prepared patients for psychiatric appointment with physician.
Adjunct Nursing Professor
Gustavus Adolphus College
Saint Peter, MN
07.2005 - 12.2006
Taught essential nursing skills to junior nursing students such as obtaining blood pressures, inserting urinary catheters, starting IVs, administering immunizations, and passing medications.
Provided classroom education and support to help students develop critical thinking abilities.
Maintained thorough records of student attendance and grades.
Proctored final exams and coordinated/skills testing.
Registered Nurse/Infection Control Nurse
Queen of Peace Hospital
New Prague, MN
12.2001 - 06.2003
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including, but not limited to,
creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
Tracked and reported communicable
diseases and managed employee health records.
Conducted new employee health
screenings and education.
Maintained a close relationship with the hospital epidemiologist
and other department managers.
Public Health Nurse
Sibley County Public Health
Gaylord, MN
05.1991 - 10.1999
Delivered high-quality and compassionate care to high-risk, low-income maternal child health patient community.
Provided education regarding breast cancer awareness, pregnancy prevention, blood pressure control, cholesterol reduction, and various women's health concerns.
Re-certified individuals for the (WIC) program.
Provided nutrition education, completed blood work, and obtained vitals signs.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Bethel University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education and Health Education
Gustavus Adolphus College
Skills
Bachelor's/Master's Prepared Registered Nurse
BLS/CPR/AED/ACLS Certified
Immunization skills/COVID and Influenza Immunization clinic organizer
Medication administration, IV preparation, and prior authorization experience
Infection Control experience
Certified Health Educator
College adjunct teaching experience
Phone triage experience
Public Health, School Health, and Mental Health background
Active Minnesota health teaching license - K thru 12
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Outpatient Staff Nurse
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
03.2021 - Current
Immunization Nurse/COVID Testing Nurse
Homeland Health Specialists Inc.
07.2020 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse - Residential Staff Nurse
Emily Program
04.2019 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse Mental Health
Sioux Trails Mental Health Center
08.2011 - 02.2012
Adjunct Nursing Professor
Gustavus Adolphus College
07.2005 - 12.2006
Registered Nurse/Infection Control Nurse
Queen of Peace Hospital
12.2001 - 06.2003
Public Health Nurse
Sibley County Public Health
05.1991 - 10.1999
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Bethel University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education and Health Education
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