Penelope Bires
Fitchburg,WI
Summary
Registered Nurse with nursing experience at St. Mary's Hospital, in Madison excelling in maternal and newborn care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and clinical judgment. Recognized for mentoring new staff and fostering a supportive environment, ensuring high-quality care and emotional well-being for patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, LDRP
St. Mary's Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Nurse Extern, LDRP
Sacred Heart Hospital
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during difficult times, promoting emotional well-being and recovery.
- Prepared and administered medications in accordance with established protocols.
CNA
Benedictine Living Community
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for medical staff review.
- Implemented infection control procedures, enhancing health standards in facility.
Team Member
Kwik Trip
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with team members to optimize processes and enhance service delivery.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking to meet customer demand.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly, contributing to positive service experiences.
- Conducted regular equipment checks, maintaining operational readiness and safety compliance.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI12-2023
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Maternal and newborn assessments
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Collecting vital signs
- Electronic fetal monitoring
- Perinatal care
- Customer service
Accomplishments
I have been nominated for 9 DAISY Awards from patients during my almost two years at St. Mary's. The DAISY award was created to recognize and honor nurses for providing extraordinary care.
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - January 2024
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant - August 2021
Timeline
Registered Nurse, LDRP
St. Mary's Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Nurse Extern, LDRP
Sacred Heart Hospital
03.2022 - 03.2024
CNA
Benedictine Living Community
09.2021 - 01.2022
Team Member
Kwik Trip
12.2019 - 05.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College