Lisa Leier
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care 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
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fairview Residential Treatment Facility
05.2023 - Current
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatments after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Monitored primary care needs for up to 10 patients to coordinate access to appropriate providers.
- Served as resource for nursing staff, providing guidance in application of evidence-based practices in psychiatric setting.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations addressing issues such as coping skills, anger management, substance abuse recovery, and relapse prevention.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to provide additional support and guidance.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
School Nurse
School District 622
08.2022 - Current
- Oversaw health services for school of 1000 students and faculty.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered counseling and referrals to provide comprehensive mental health support.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
Postpartum Registered Nurse
Hudson Hospital
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Minnesota
04.2004 - 09.2021
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
Saint Paul, MN05.2004
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Needs Assessment
- Chart updating
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- High level of autonomy
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Mental Health Evaluation
- Health Management
- Psychopharmacology knowledge
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fairview Residential Treatment Facility
05.2023 - Current
School Nurse
School District 622
08.2022 - Current
Postpartum Registered Nurse
Hudson Hospital
10.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Minnesota
04.2004 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
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