Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Mile Bluff Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective care plans and strong leadership. Adept at educating families and implementing infection control measures, ensuring high standards of care and safety.
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history 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
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mile Bluff Medical Center Inc.
Mauston, WI
03.2023 - 09.2025
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Monitored patient vitals, documenting changes in electronic health records.
Educated patients and families on care plans and disease management strategies.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care coordination.
Assisted in training newly hired nursing staff on procedures and best practices.
Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
Conducted assessments to identify patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Elroy Health Services
Elroy, WI
01.2023 - 02.2023
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Living
Wisconsin Dells, WI
01.2007 - 01.2012
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Assisted in developing personalized care plans for patients.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Madison Area Technical College
Reedsburg, WI
05-2020
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Madison Area Technical College
Reedsburg, WI
05-2001
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Physical assessments
Nursing staff leadership
Patient discharge
Staff supervision
Wound care
Accomplishments
Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
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