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Markie Hestand

Olympia,WA

Summary

Registered Nurse with a diverse experience in family medicine, acute care, and psychiatric nursing. Demonstrates proficiency in medication administration, patient assessment, and interdisciplinary team collaboration, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes. Committed to providing compassionate care and enhancing patient education for improved health management.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

South Sound Behavioral Hospital
01.2025 - Current
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
  • Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.

Registered Nurse

NMC Health- Family Medicine
03.2023 - 09.2024
  • Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
  • Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff and social workers to coordinate services.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
  • Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Met with patients to gather vitals, evaluate symptoms and assess conditions, ordered diagnostic tests and interpreted laboratory results.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.

Licensed Practical Nurse

QS Nurses- Larned State Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients and keeping detailed records.
  • Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Certified Nursing Assistant

QS Nurses- Larned State Hospital
04.2020 - 07.2022
  • Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored and documented patient health, reporting changes to healthcare team.
  • Provided emotional support, enhancing patient well-being and satisfaction.
  • Repositioned patients to prevent bedsores, improving overall health outcomes.
  • Responded promptly to patient calls, ensuring timely care and safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
05.2018

Skills

  • Patient-centered care approach
  • Medication administration
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Procedural Explanation
  • Individualized care plan creation
  • Comprehensive patient evaluation

Timeline

Registered Nurse

South Sound Behavioral Hospital
01.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

NMC Health- Family Medicine
03.2023 - 09.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital
08.2022 - 03.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

QS Nurses- Larned State Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

QS Nurses- Larned State Hospital
04.2020 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Fort Hays State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University

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