Maureen Kudlich RN
Marana,AZ
Summary
Dedicated well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Offering 9 years of nuursing experience in both acute and clinical settings. Dedicated to improving and advancing my nursing skills, knowledge and education. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Corrections
NaphCare
Tucson, AZ
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Performed triage assessments of patients in clinical setting.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Registered Nurse
MultiCare Health
Olympia , WA
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Delivered care to assigned patients, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
Resource Nurse
MultiCare Health System
Tacoma, WA
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds, and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Worked with healthcare team, including physicians, social workers, physical, occupational, and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, organize and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Monitored patient's vitals and response to medication administration.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment
- Met training objectives by instructing new and prospective nursing staff in clinical skills and organizational procedures.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Madigan Army Medical Center
Tacoma, WA
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with Cerner.
Licensed Practical Nurse
MultiCare Health System Tacoma General
Tacoma, WA
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Collected biological specimens and completed diagnostic tests.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs
- Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in 437-bed hospital.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 8 patients per day.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders, pneumonia, COPD, and heart failure, sepsis, and substance abuse.
- Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA08.2020
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
First Coast Technical College
Saint Augustine, FL07.2015
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA08.2013
Skills
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Patient monitoring
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Strong medical ethic
- Culturally sensitive care
- Electronic Health Records Management (Epic, Cerner)
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Medication and IV administration
- BLS certified
- Preceptor training
- Medical screening
- Immunization skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Follow-up calls
- Chart updating
- Care Planning
- Chronic Disease Management
- Data Collection
- Medical assessment
- BAC screening/drug screen collection
- Intake and discharge
- Physical assessments
- Call triaging
Timeline
Registered Nurse Corrections
NaphCare
09.2022 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse
MultiCare Health
02.2021 - 06.2021
Resource Nurse
MultiCare Health System
10.2019 - 02.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Madigan Army Medical Center
10.2017 - 10.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
MultiCare Health System Tacoma General
10.2015 - 10.2017
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Lower Columbia College
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
First Coast Technical College
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Clover Park Technical College
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