Dynamic nursing professional with strong clinical judgment and a focus on patient advocacy. Expertise in collaborating with surgical teams and mentoring staff to drive improved care quality and patient satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU/Day Surgery
Ascension St Joseph Hospital
Milwaukee, WI
01.2025 - Current
Administered pre-operative assessments to evaluate patient readiness for surgery.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transitions and care continuity.
Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions during procedures.
Educated patients on post-operative care instructions, enhancing recovery understanding and adherence.
Monitored patients' vital signs and recovery progress post-anesthesia
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Ascension WI
Milwaukee, WI
11.2009 - 01.2025
Monitored and assessed patient conditions using advanced medical equipment and protocols.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
Mentored junior nursing staff in critical care procedures, enhancing team performance and patient outcomes.
Conducted thorough assessments, documenting changes in patient status to facilitate timely interventions and treatment adjustments.
Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI
05-2000
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Strong clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Pre-op Registered Nurse/Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery at Parkview Regional Medical CenterPre-op Registered Nurse/Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery at Parkview Regional Medical Center
Registered Nurse, Operating Room at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital RockwallRegistered Nurse, Operating Room at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall
Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery at Tennessee Valley Pain Consultants/ Huntsville HospitalRegistered Nurse, Same Day Surgery at Tennessee Valley Pain Consultants/ Huntsville Hospital