Libby Dykema
Dewitt,IA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Mercy One Medical Center, specializing in critical care and educational roles. Expert in hemodynamics monitoring and compassionate care, significantly reducing patient complications and enhancing staff skills through targeted training. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and a commitment to ethical practice. Expert [Nursing ] highly trained in intensive care procedures and patient treatments. Competent in ventilator support, wound care and assisted feeding. Equipped to handle needs of critically ill patients and skilled in training junior staff in care standards and safety protocols. Knowledgeable and proactive ICU Registered Nurse with proven skills in coordinating and implementing treatment plans. Handles needs of patients with common presentations and complex cases, including responding expertly to diverse emergencies. Calm and insightful during stressful situations. Knowledgeable Critical Care Registered Nurse with superior knowledge of [Type] treatments, techniques and diagnostic procedures. Adept at providing immediate and individualized care. Proficient in [Software] use with proven history of efficient and effective triage.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mercy One Medical Center
Clinton Iowa
10.2002 - Current
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
Clinical Nurse Educator
Clinton Community School District
Clinton, MT
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
- Utilized adult learning principles to adapt teaching methods according to individual learner needs, maximizing comprehension and retention of material presented.
- Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.
- Oversee future nursing students develop there skills prior to entering the workforce.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Clinton Community College
Clinton Iowa06.2008
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
Clinton Iowa06.2000
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Intravenous therapy
- Neurological monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Respiratory maintenance
- Ethical Practice
- Therapy management
- End of life care
- Clinical judgment
- Quality Improvement
- Cardiac monitors
- Problem-Solving
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- CCRN Training - ECCOS training
- BLS/ ACLS
- Mandatory reporting
Volunteer Work
Girl scout leaders for kids of all ages
Coached softball and soccer for parks and recreation in the community
Volunteer to walk dogs at the local humanize society.
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Educator
Clinton Community School District
01.2021 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mercy One Medical Center
10.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Clinton Community College
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School