- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- DIY and Home Improvement
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations
- Yoga
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Reading
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Homelessness Outreach
Lynn Lagerlund
Rochester,MN
Summary
At Mayo Clinic, I leveraged my expertise in medication and IV administration and compassionate care to enhance patient satisfaction significantly. My commitment to continuous professional development and ability to work both independently and collaboratively have been pivotal in improving patient outcomes and streamlining care processes.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in hospital environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
09.1987 - 01.2007
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MNSkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Discharge planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical assessment
- Care planning
- HIPAA compliance
- ADL assistance
- Patient education
- Blood transfusion
- Operation preparation
- Documenting vitals
- Compassionate care
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient care assessment
- Compassionate and caring
- Monitoring vital signs
- Intake and discharge
- Documentation
Interests
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
09.1987 - 01.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rochester Community And Technical College
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