Phyllis Siemonsma
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Have worked as a nurse for 6 years with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced clinics. Consistently developing strong relations with patients and families through empathic communication, respectful attitude and good customer service. Hardworking and a fast learner ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sanford Health, Endocrinology Clinic
01.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Assisted providers with procedures such as ultrasound guided biopsies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Health, Clinic Float
10.2017 - 01.2021
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Traveled to over 20 clinics within Sanford to provide assistance where needed.
Resident Care Aide
Stoneybrook Suites Assisted Living
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - LPN To BSN
Dakota Wesleyan University
Mitchell, SD12.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Southeast Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, SD05.2017
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Time management
- Telephone Triage
- Patient Education
- Compassionate and Caring
- Communication
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sanford Health, Endocrinology Clinic
01.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Health, Clinic Float
10.2017 - 01.2021
Resident Care Aide
Stoneybrook Suites Assisted Living
05.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Nursing - LPN To BSN
Dakota Wesleyan University
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Southeast Technical Institute
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