Margaret Muthoni
New Brighton,MN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive clinical experience 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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Grace Angels Team
St Louis Park
01.2020 - Current
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Student Nurse
St Johns Hospital, Telemetry Unit And ICU
Maplewood
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported efficient operations during clinical rotations by completing assigned tasks promptly while adhering to established guidelines.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing patient conditions and escalating concerns when necessary for timely intervention.
- Gained proficiency in various diagnostic tests such as EKGs or blood glucose monitoring devices that aided in identification of patient conditions.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
Student Nurse
St Johns Hospital, Medical Surgical Unit
Maplewood
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Utilized EPIC systems to record patient data.
- Supported efficient operations during clinical rotations by completing assigned tasks promptly while adhering to established guidelines.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Nursing Assistant
Universal Health Services
Bloomington, MN
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Aided in prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and output information.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Student Nurse
Cerenity Care Center
White Bear Lake, MN
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Assisted in conducting physical assessments to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity, Virtualization And Forensics
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN12.2021
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infection control measures
- EPIC systems
- Fluent in swahili
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- Nursing Assistant
- CPR
Clinical Experiences
clinical experiences
Timeline
Student Nurse
St Johns Hospital, Telemetry Unit And ICU
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Nurse
St Johns Hospital, Medical Surgical Unit
08.2023 - 12.2023
Student Nurse
Cerenity Care Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
Nursing Assistant
Universal Health Services
12.2022 - 08.2023
Nursing Assistant
Grace Angels Team
01.2020 - Current
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Century College
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity, Virtualization And Forensics
Century College