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Lillie Greazel

Urbandale

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct critical patient care and coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, NICU

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
  • Reduced complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assessing newborns'' overall condition.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Surgical ICU

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Patient Care Technician

Blank Children's Hospital
10.2019 - 06.2022
  • Provide supportive care for patients aged newborn - eighteen on 25 - bed general pediatric floor.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Provide and document patient care including baths, changes, feedings, range of motion, and respiratory support under direct supervision of RN.
  • Assist in patient admission, transfer, and discharge to maintain floor efficiency.

Education

Associates Degree - Nursing

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
05.2022

Skills

  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Blood Transfusions
  • Ventilator Care
  • Critical Thinking
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Quick Decision Making
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Active Listening
  • Proficient in Epic and Cerner charting systems

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse - April 2025 - April 2028
  • BLS - Basic Life Support - February 2025 - February 2027
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support - March 2025- March 2027
  • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program - September 2023 - September 2025
  • Dependent Adult Mandatory Reporter - September 2023 - September 2025
  • Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter - September 2023 - September 2025
  • LVAD Competence - April 2025

Additional Information

  • The ROSE Award; For Extraordinary Patient Care Technicians - May 2021
  • FOCUS SPOTLIGHT Award - October 2020
  • Daisy Award Nominee - January 2024

Timeline

Registered Nurse, NICU

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
06.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Surgical ICU

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
06.2022 - 06.2023

Patient Care Technician

Blank Children's Hospital
10.2019 - 06.2022

Associates Degree - Nursing

Des Moines Area Community College
Lillie Greazel