Nadine Koltermann
Peterson Regional Medical Center
Center Point
1
Certification
44
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience in patient care and surgical support. Skilled in leading quality improvement initiatives, mentoring junior staff, and advocating for patient rights to ensure exemplary care delivery.
Work History
Registered Nurse
35 Years 11 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and post-discharge care strategies.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff to enhance clinical skills and knowledge of hospital protocols.
- Administered anesthesia and monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure adherence to safety protocols and sterile techniques.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations.
- Assisted in the development of best practices for OR workflow efficiency and patient safety.
- Mentored junior nurses in surgical protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Evaluated patient readiness for surgery, ensuring all pre-operative requirements were met.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline communication and improve care delivery in the OR.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
- Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.
Registered Nurse
4 Years 11 Months- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that improved patient outcomes and streamlined nursing workflows.
- Conducted patient assessments, documenting findings accurately to support effective treatment decisions.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering a collaborative environment focused on continuous professional development.
- Developed policies for infection control, enhancing safety standards across the nursing department.
Registered Nurse
3 Years 1 MonthEducation
High School Diploma
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Accomplishments
I trained to assist with Davinci Robotic Surgeries.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to [number of] patients in [type of] environment.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
Affiliations
I am affiliated with CCI and obtained my certification as CNOR.
Certification
I obtained my CNOR through CCI and have maintained that certification.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Peterson Regional Medical Center
09.1990 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd Hospital
09.1985 - 08.1990Read More
Registered Nurse
DeRidder Hospital
05.1982 - 06.1985Read More
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Thomas Edison High School
High School Diploma
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San Antonio College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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Nurse of the Year
I was given the honor of being Nurse of the Year in 2015.