Natalie Burrell
Ogden,UT
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with extensive experience at McKay Dee Hospital, in the areas of Same Day Surgery, PACU, Post Op, Emergency Room, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and other areas. I feel I excel in giving excellent patient care and respond well to emergency situations. I am a shared leader/charge nurse of our department and demonstrate leadership of nursing staff and day-to-day operations of the unit. I am a advocate for both the patients and nursing staff alike. I am a skilled clinician and can critically think in difficult situations. I am proficient in IV management and lab result interpretation. Recognized for exceptional customer service and problem-solving, significantly improving patient satisfaction. Skilled in both clinical judgment and team coordination, ensuring high-quality care and efficient emergency response.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Shared Leader
Intermountain Healthcare- McKay Dee Hospital
Ogden , UT
12.1999 - Current
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Utilized evidence-based nursing practices while providing direct patient care.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Managed emergency situations such as airway obstruction, cardiac arrest and shock.
- Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Coordinated follow up appointments with primary care providers upon discharge.
- Assisted in the transfer of critically ill patients from operating room to PACU and ICU units.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Developed individualized discharge instructions for each patient based on their diagnosis.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Monitored intravenous infusion pumps, ensuring proper dosage of medication.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Instructed family members on post-operative care techniques at home.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
McKay Dee Hospital
Ogden, UT
12.1999 - Current
- Worked in the Emergency Room as an RN for 7 years prior to working in Same Day Surgery/PACU.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, UT12-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, UT12-2001
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- IV management
- Lab result interpretation
- Chart updating
- Taking vitals
- Precepting
- Medication administration
- EMR systems
- Maintaining privacy
- Follow-up calls
- Physical assessments
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement
- Patient assessments
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Patient discharging
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team coordination
- OR and ER experience
- Infant CPR certified
- Emergency procedures
- Shared governance
- Medical assessment
- Discharge coordination
Affiliations
- I am married and have 3 children who keep us busy.
- I love to be outside, doing any sort of activity, but usually walking the dogs.
- I am a dance teacher on the side and have been for 25 years!
Accomplishments
- There aren't many awards you receive as a nurse.. but I do receive recognition from patients and my co-workers. I feel we have a very good working relationship.
- I enjoy working with them.
Certification
- ACLS, PALS, BLS certified
- Member of ASPAN.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Shared Leader
Intermountain Healthcare- McKay Dee Hospital
12.1999 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
McKay Dee Hospital
12.1999 - Current
- ACLS, PALS, BLS certified
- Member of ASPAN.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
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