Nicole Knutson
Shakopee,MN
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Springpath Mental Health
05.2024 - Current
- Administered patient care and medication in compliance with safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, recognizing changes, and responding swiftly to patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic care for patients with complex mental health conditions.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness through regular follow-ups, adjusting care plans as necessary to optimize recovery.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs within healthcare settings, fostering an environment of trust and support.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Francis Medical Center
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Bartender
Hy-Vee
05.2021 - 2024
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Trained Medication Aide
Merdian Behavioral Health
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Coordinated initial provider visits for a complete health history and psychological evaluations.
Lead Living Skills Advisor
Adapta
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Aviation Boatswain's Mate Handler (E-3)
United States Navy, USN
05.2013 - 01.2016
- Maintained equipment and facilities in optimal condition to support optimal launch and recovery operations.
- Signaled pilots manually to correct movements and prevent accidents.
- Operated in challenging, high-stress and physically-demanding environments to keep personnel safe and direct aircraft in flight operations.
- Stood watch during specified periods.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College- Bloomington
Bloomington, MN12-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MNBachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NCBachelor of Arts - Law Enforcement
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MNSkills
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Mental Health Care
- Vital Signs Collection
- Hospitality and Guest Service
- Supply and Inventory Maintenance
- Handling Difficult Customers
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Patient Safety Management
Timeline
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Springpath Mental Health
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Francis Medical Center
03.2023 - 05.2024
Bartender
Hy-Vee
05.2021 - 2024
Trained Medication Aide
Merdian Behavioral Health
10.2019 - 02.2021
Lead Living Skills Advisor
Adapta
03.2017 - 09.2019
Aviation Boatswain's Mate Handler (E-3)
United States Navy, USN
05.2013 - 01.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rochester Community And Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Bachelor of Arts - Law Enforcement
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College- Bloomington