MBA, MSN, RN, CCRN
Open To Work
Lynnette M. Ragatz
Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital
Willits,CA
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Intensive Care Unit Registered NurseTelemetry Registered NurseNursing House SupervisorDirector of NursingNurse Educator
Work Type
Contract WorkFull TimePart TimeConsulting
Location Preference
RemoteOn-Site
Location:
Des Moines, IARapid City, SDCedar Rapids, IA
Open to relocation:
Yes
Important To Me
Work from home optionPersonal development programs401k matchPaid time offCareer advancementCompany CulturePaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits
33
Years of experience
Enhanced patient care outcomes by effectively supporting nursing teams.
Elevated healthcare operations through a progressive role journey from CNA to registered nurse.
Strengthened patient advocacy and quality improvement efforts through collaborative initiatives with colleagues.
Work History
2 Years 3 Months
05.2024 - Current
2 Years 3 Months
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital | Willits, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Deliver high-acuity critical care, including ventilator management, cardiac monitoring, and rapid response interventions.
- Serve as Clinical Mentor and ICU nurse leader, supporting new nurses and students through training, feedback, and competency development.
- Reduced CAUTI and CLABSI infection rates via staff education, audit compliance, and evidence-based process improvements.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and effective communication across care teams; Co-Chair of Shared Governance Committee and active member of Unit-Based Council.
- Administered critical medications and treatments to patients in life-threatening conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and implemented necessary interventions to stabilize patient status.
9 Months
08.2023 - 05.2024
9 Months
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Hospital | Ukiah, CA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Coordinate individualized, patient-centered care plans to ensure safe transitions and quality outcomes.
- Advocate for patients and families in navigating treatment decisions and discharge planning.
- Strengthen collaboration among providers, payers, and ancillary services to improve care efficiency.
3 Years 7 Months
01.2020 - 08.2023
3 Years 7 Months
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital | Willits, CA
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Deliver high-acuity critical care, including ventilator management, cardiac monitoring, and rapid response interventions.
- Serve as Clinical Mentor and ICU nurse leader, supporting new nurses and students through training, feedback, and competency development.
- SEPSIS Champion within the ICU, Includes staff education, audit compliance, and evidence-based process improvements.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and effective communication across care teams; Co-Chair of Shared Governance Committee and active member of Unit-Based Council.
5 Years 11 Months
02.2014 - 01.2020
5 Years 11 Months
ICU and Telemetry
Travel & Staff Nursing Roles | Various U.S. Locations
02.2014 - 01.2020
- Delivered critical and acute care in diverse settings, adapting to facility protocols and patient populations.
- Mentored peers and reinforced best practices in safety, documentation, and patient-centered care.
- Contributed to clinical improvement initiatives and patient-education programs.
5 Months
04.2019 - 09.2019
5 Months
Home Health/Hospice Registered Nurse
Monument Health | Rapid City, SD
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Managed complex home health and palliative-care caseloads focused on comfort, dignity, and family education.
- Provided symptom-management expertise and compassionate end-of-life care.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
1 Year 6 Months
10.2017 - 04.2019
1 Year 6 Months
Assistant Director of Nursing/MDS Coordinator
Westhills Village Healthcare | Rapid City, SD
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Assisted the director of nursing with daily tasks.
- MDS Coordinator tasks including data entry for Medicare reimbursement.
- Resident care conferences with family and associates.
- Managed staff.
- Collaborated with primary care physicians and ancillary staff.
4 Months
06.2017 - 10.2017
4 Months
Flight Nurse
Medical Air Rescue Company | Rapid City, SD
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Management of critical patients via fixed wing aircraft.
2 Years 8 Months
06.2011 - 02.2014
2 Years 8 Months
Progressive Care Unit & Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Rapid City Regional Hospital | Rapid City, SD
06.2011 - 02.2014
- Deliver high-acuity critical care, including ventilator management, cardiac monitoring, and rapid response interventions in a Level Two Trauma Center.
18 Years
06.1993 - 06.2011
18 Years
Early Career in Healthcare
South Dakota & Iowa
06.1993 - 06.2011
- Certified Nursing Assistant, Health Unit Clerk, Home Health.
- Began healthcare career as a Certified Nursing Assistant, delivering direct bedside care and patient support.
- Advanced to Health Unit Clerk, improving administrative communication, documentation, and workflow coordination.
- Built foundational skills in organization, empathy, and collaboration that continue to influence professional practice.
Education
MBA - Healthcare Administration
Western Governors University | Salt Lake City, UT | 02-2026
Master of Science in Nursing - Leadership & Management
Western Governors University | Salt Lake City, UT | 10-2024
- Excellence Award – Quality Outcomes in a Culture of Value-Based Nursing Care
- Excellence Award – Informatics for Transforming Nursing Care
- Capstone Project: Led implementation of a TeamSTEPPS communication and teamwork initiative at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Hospital, achieving a 10% improvement in nursing satisfaction and measurable gains in interprofessional collaboration.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Western Governors University | Salt Lake City, UT | 02-2023
Associate of Science in Nursing
University of South Dakota | Vermillion, SD | 05-2011
GPA: 3.64
Skills
Supportive mentorship outcomes
Implemented targeted safety measures
Applied effective quality management techniques
Streamlined workflows
Created precise clinical documentation
Skilled in managing EMR/EHR platforms
Fostered empathetic communication practices to improve patient involvement
Effective time management
Honors And Memberships
- DAISY Award Honoree, 02/01/22, 05/01/25, Recognized for extraordinary compassion and clinical excellence
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
- The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
- Co-Chair, Shared Governance Committee and Unit-Based Council, Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - CurrentRead more
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley Hospital
08.2023 - 05.2024Read more
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Howard Memorial Hospital
01.2020 - 08.2023Read more
Home Health/Hospice Registered Nurse
Monument Health
04.2019 - 09.2019Read more
Assistant Director of Nursing/MDS Coordinator
Westhills Village Healthcare
10.2017 - 04.2019Read more
Flight Nurse
Medical Air Rescue Company
06.2017 - 10.2017Read more
ICU and Telemetry
Travel & Staff Nursing Roles
02.2014 - 01.2020Read more
Progressive Care Unit & Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Rapid City Regional Hospital
06.2011 - 02.2014Read more
Early Career in Healthcare
06.1993 - 06.2011Read more
Western Governors University - Master of Science in Nursing, Leadership & Management
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Western Governors University - MBA, Healthcare Administration
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Western Governors University - Bachelor of Science in Nursing,
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University of South Dakota - Associate of Science in Nursing,
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