Lillian Turner
Florissant,MO
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with expertise in heart failure and cardiovascular care at the University of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview. Proven ability in patient assessment and critical thinking, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care. Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration and infection control, contributing to quality improvement and mentoring future nursing professionals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/Heart Failure/Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
University Of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview
Minneapolis, MN
09.1989 - 08.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN01-1982
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Infection control
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Treatment planning
- Clinical documentation
- Quality improvement
- LVAD: Heart ware/Heart mate 2/3
Certification
ACLS/BLS
LISCENSE:MISSOURI REGISTERED NURSE
Recently moved to state of Missouri. On sabbatical and currently seeking employment
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Heart Failure/Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
University Of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview
09.1989 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Olaf College