NICOLE CINA
Holmen
Summary
Caring and hardworking registered nurse with extensive experience in the Mayo Clinic Healthcare System, excelling in patient care, communication, education, and emergency response. Proven ability to lead teams and mentor new staff while staying committed to keeping our patients' needs first. Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors, and other providers, to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Committed to driving innovation and improving patient and nursing satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mayo Healthcare System
Lacrosse
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Charge nurse and floor nurse in the Special Procedures Unit. We assist in a variety of different procedures each day with Interventional Cardiology and Interventional Radiology. We perform cardiac catheterizations, Transesophageal echocardiograms, CT and Ultrasound guided biopsies, Cardioversions, Pacemaker and ICD implants, EP studies and Tilt table tests. We primarily do sedation for these test but may also do circulating and other patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for enhanced patient care.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Counseled and educated patients and their family members regarding medications or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Registered Nurse
Mayo Healthcare System
Lacrosse
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Member of the Oncology/Hematology Department. Primary responsibilities included phone triage, and extensive patient education.
- Maintained accurate medical records in compliance with regulations and standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during very difficult situations.
- Collaborated regularly with physicians, other nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Registered Nurse
Mayo Healthcare System
Lacrosse
09.2013 - 02.2016
- Member of the 7th medical team. Daily responsibilities included medication administration, IV starts, patient assessments, and providing other basic and advanced nursing care. We primarily cared for patients with cardiac problems, neuro issues, cancer, substance abuse, and sepsis.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Evaluated/assessed patients, recognized and addressed complications, and coordinated treatment with other members of the patient care team.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mayo Healthcare System
Lacrosse
07.2011 - 12.2013
- Team member with Dr. Lee Johnson. Daily responsibilities included pre-visit planning, managing the providers schedule, taking vitals, administering immunizations and medications, bridging communication between provider and patients, stocking and organizing rooms, and assisting the physician with meeting the need of our patients throughout the day.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Vernon Manor Nursing Home
Viroqua
07.2011 - 12.2013
- Caring for residents with chronic diseases and aiding in the transition from home to the nursing facility. Daily responsibilities included medication administration, wound care, communication between the physician, RNs and patient's family, obtaining vitals, and supervising the CNAs.
Medical Assistant
Gundersen Lutheran Healthcare
Lacrosse
10.2003 - 08.2009
- Team member taking care of patients with a wide range of cardiac issues. Daily responsibilities included obtaining vitals, preforming EKGs, preforming ABIs, ordering supplies, and chart preparation. I was the only medical assistant to assist with the urgent care cardiology clinic, I assisted with the initial planning phase and also played a large role in the continuation of care.
Emergency Medical Technician
Vernon Memorial Hospital
Viroqua
06.2003 - 11.2003
- Front line support for patients and families needing emergency care. Daily responsibilities included obtaining vitals, preforming EKGs, intercepting ambulances or personal vehicle in the bay, assisting with traumas, starting IV's, cleaning rooms, helping with the urgent care clinic, and answering the life line calls.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
10-2022
Registered Nurse -
Western Technical College
12.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Western Technical College
08.2011
EMT-Basic certificate -
Western Technical College
05-2003
Skills
- Starting IVs
- Wound care
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Obtaining and interpreting vitals
- Assisting with minor procedures
- Patient education
- Sedation management
- Care coordination
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Leadership development
- Problem solving
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification
Certification
• BLS certified, exp 06/27
• ACLS, exp 06/27
• PALS, exp 07/27
• Previously certified EMT
• Completed RISEN, 2015
• ACLS, exp 06/27
• PALS, exp 07/27
• Previously certified EMT
• Completed RISEN, 2015
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mayo Healthcare System
08.2019 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Mayo Healthcare System
02.2016 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse
Mayo Healthcare System
09.2013 - 02.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mayo Healthcare System
07.2011 - 12.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Vernon Manor Nursing Home
07.2011 - 12.2013
Medical Assistant
Gundersen Lutheran Healthcare
10.2003 - 08.2009
Emergency Medical Technician
Vernon Memorial Hospital
06.2003 - 11.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Registered Nurse -
Western Technical College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Western Technical College
EMT-Basic certificate -
Western Technical College