Nicole Becker
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation with seven years of healthcare experience. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities with a focus to continuously drive innovation and improve patient outcomes. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Benedictine Living Community
Hastings, MN
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Benedictine Living Community
Hastings, MN
07.2019 - 01.2023
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 25 patients per day.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Benedictine Living Community
Hastings, MN
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Restaurant Server
Green Mill Restaurant & Bar
Hastings, MN
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Attended to guests needs in a timely manner, ensuring satisfaction throughout their dining experience.
- Complied with safety procedures when handling food items or cleaning materials.
- Assisted with stocking supplies such as napkins and silverware for dining areas.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing excellent customer service.
- Maintained cleanliness of restaurant area, including tables, chairs, floors, counters, windowsills.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical
Red Wing, MN01-2023
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Minnesota State College Southeast
Red Wing, MN05-2019
High School Diploma -
Hastings High School
Hastings, MN06-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing
North Dakota State University
Fargo, NDSkills
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Care Planning
- Teamwork
- Patient Assessments
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Dependable
- Compassionate
Accomplishments
2023 Sister Claudia Award Recipient
The Sister Claudia foundation was established in 2010 by the Benedictine Foundation and lifts up associates who, like Sister Claudia, integrate the Mission and Core Values in their service. Voted by colleagues, residents and their families.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Benedictine Living Community
01.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Benedictine Living Community
07.2019 - 01.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Benedictine Living Community
02.2018 - 06.2019
Restaurant Server
Green Mill Restaurant & Bar
06.2015 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Minnesota State College Southeast
High School Diploma -
Hastings High School
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing
North Dakota State University
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