Libby Darsow, RN
Olympia,WA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, both acute and outpatient. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Seeking to expand experience in a new role after over 2.5 years of inpatient critical care nursing.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Neuro/Trauma Progressive Care
St. Joseph Medical Center
Tacoma, WA
02.2020 - Current
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches for progressive care patients.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to contribute to high standards of care.
- Prioritized patient safety to help meet department harm-reduction goals.
- Closely monitored neurosurgical and trauma patients overnight to quickly recognize deteriorating conditions and intervene appropriately.
Nurse Technician/Care Assistant, Critical Care
St. Joseph Medical Center
Tacoma, WA
10.2017 - 01.2020
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by using proper PPE and strong infection control practices.
- Personalized bedside care and interactions based on cultural backgrounds of different patients.
- Optimized patient comfort by responding to needs and requests promptly, improving patient satisfaction scores.
- Identified changes in patient conditions and notified nursing staff.
- Assisted registered nurses, providers and ancillary staff in responding to emergency situations.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Flu and Wellness Clinics
Maxim Healthcare
Tacoma, WA
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Conducted health and wellness screenings for employers around the puget sound which included body composition measurements, blood sample collection and testing and wellness education.
- Safely administered intramuscular influenza immunizations at onsite pop-up clinics.
- Maintained patient privacy and handled protected health information securely.
Professional Cleaner
April Lanes Home Cleaning
Seattle, WA
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Provided high quality professional home cleaning services to wide variety of clients.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Worked independently and in teams.
- Trained new employees to meet high standards.
Patient Care Technician, PACU
Proliance Highlands Surgery Center
Issaquah, WA
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Worked alongside nursing staff in perioperative care areas in busy outpatient ambulatory surgery center.
- Assisted with perioperative care for patients of all ages, including pediatric patients.
- Helped post-operative orthopedic patients move safely with skilled mobility support.
- Minimized infection risk to staff and patients, cleaning and sanitizing rooms, equipment and tools.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA03.2014
Skills
- Critical Care Assessment
- EHR (Epic)
- BLS & ACLS
- IV Administration
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Neuro/Trauma Progressive Care
St. Joseph Medical Center
02.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, Flu and Wellness Clinics
Maxim Healthcare
07.2019 - 11.2019
Nurse Technician/Care Assistant, Critical Care
St. Joseph Medical Center
10.2017 - 01.2020
Professional Cleaner
April Lanes Home Cleaning
09.2015 - 07.2017
Patient Care Technician, PACU
Proliance Highlands Surgery Center
06.2014 - 07.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tacoma Community College
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Western Washington University
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