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Lori Kneir

Williamsville,MO

Summary

I am a hardworking nursing professional bringing 9+ years of experience; 4 years as a staff RN and the last 5+ as a travel RN, all of which I have spent delivering exceptional care to various patients; skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. I am also well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. I am an Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude with the willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I am skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

I have worked and floated to various areas during these 9 years of nursing. I have mainly worked with med-surg patients, I have gained some telemetry experience along the way. I have some experience with a few cardiac drips and Heparin drips.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel Registered Nurse

Wyoming Medical Center/Banner Health
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

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  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Travel RN

Tenet-Good Samaritan Medical Center
02.2021 - 05.2021

Cared for Variety of Patients with multiple co-morbidities and Post-Surgical patients with remote telemetry with ability to watch on the monitor at the nursing station.

  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Administered medications to 6-7 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.

Travel RN

Mercy Hospital Springfield
11.2020 - 02.2021

I cared for Patients on a Cardiac Telemetry Floor; Patients prior to heart catheterization and post heart catheterization; Post MI Patients; Med-Surg Patients, and some post-operative.

  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Documented all patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR, including physical and psychological assessments, care plans, treatment and observations.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Administered medications to 5-6 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.

Travel RN

CHI-St.Vincent Infirmary
02.2020 - 11.2020

I cared for patients with multiple co-morbidities; post-surgical patients, mostly Covid Positive patients.

  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Administered medications to 6-7 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.

Travel RN

Kaiser Permanente-Moanlua Medical Center
11.2019 - 02.2020

I cared for patients with multiple co-morbidities and post-operative patients.

  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Documented all patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR, including physical and psychological assessments, care plans, treatment and observations.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Administered medications to 5-6 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.

Travel RN

Mercy Hospital Springfield
04.2019 - 10.2019

I was primarily on a post-operative floor that cared for patients after abdominal surgeries, urology, and wound care. I would float to the Orthopedic floor as needed.

  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Documented all patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR, including physical and psychological assessments, care plans, treatment and observations.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Administered medications to 6-7 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.

Travel RN

Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Administered medications to 5-6 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.

Travel RN

Southeast Hospital
09.2018 - 11.2018
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Administered medications to 5-6 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

Travel RN

Vanderbilt Medical Center
06.2018 - 09.2018
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Documented all patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR, including physical and psychological assessments, care plans, treatment and observations.
  • Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Administered medications to 6-7 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

Travel RN

Medical City Denton Hospital
10.2017 - 04.2018
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Administered medications to 6-7 patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central Methodist University
Fayette, MO
12.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

Three Rivers Community College
Poplar Bluff, MO
05.2012

Skills

  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Care Coordination
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • IV Insertion
  • Some Telemetry Monitoring
  • Multiple Medication Administration
  • Epic, Cerner, and Meditech EMR systems
  • Pyxis, Omnicell, and Accudose systems
  • Alaris, Baxter, and Plum set IV Pumps; along with various PCA Pumps

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIHSS

REFERENCES

Jocelyn Johnson-

Cell(307) 921-0643 Hospital 800-822-7221

Wyoming Medical Center, Casper, Wyoming 82601



Erin Britt-

Cell (561)253-4629 Hospital (561)655-5511

Good Samaritan Hospital, West Palm Beach, FL 33401



Emily Dobson-

Hospital-417-820-2000 e-mail: emily.dobson@mercy.net

Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Missouri 65804

Timeline

Travel Registered Nurse

Wyoming Medical Center/Banner Health
08.2021 - 02.2022

Travel RN

Tenet-Good Samaritan Medical Center
02.2021 - 05.2021

Travel RN

Mercy Hospital Springfield
11.2020 - 02.2021

Travel RN

CHI-St.Vincent Infirmary
02.2020 - 11.2020

Travel RN

Kaiser Permanente-Moanlua Medical Center
11.2019 - 02.2020

Travel RN

Mercy Hospital Springfield
04.2019 - 10.2019

Travel RN

Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
01.2019 - 04.2019

Travel RN

Southeast Hospital
09.2018 - 11.2018

Travel RN

Vanderbilt Medical Center
06.2018 - 09.2018

Travel RN

Medical City Denton Hospital
10.2017 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Central Methodist University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Three Rivers Community College
Lori Kneir