Polly Turan
New Hope,MN
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Inpatient Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration and patient assessment. At Methodist Hospital, collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans. Skilled in health education and team collaboration, consistently improving patient outcomes. Recognized for exceptional clinical judgment and delivering empathetic support.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Registered Nurse- Orthopedic Unit
Methodist Hospital
St. Louis Park, MN, USA
02.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, enhancing patient care compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to healthcare teams for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families regarding health management and discharge protocols.
- Documented assessments and interventions in electronic health records for accurate tracking.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices to ensure operational efficiency.
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Homes and Service - Johanna Shores
Arden Hills, MN, USA
08.2000 - 01.2021
- Assessed patient needs and developed personalized treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored care strategies.
- Delivered compassionate support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Offered emotional assistance to residents facing loneliness or isolation due to illness.
- Provided direct patient care while continuously monitoring vital signs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University
St. Paul, MN05.2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Education
Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MN05.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Minnesota School of Business
Richfield, MN06.2004
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Health education
- Care planning
- Team collaboration
- Clinical judgment
- Blood transfusion
- Geriatric care
- Diabetes management
- Pain management
Certifications And Professional Affiliations
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS/CPR), American Heart Association, 012/20/2026
Healthcare Office Experience
Urgent Care & Lead Receptionist, Twin Cities Orthopedic, Edina, MN, 11/2008-03/2020,
- Greeted & registered patients for appointments.,
- Coordinated multiple tasks and communicated with physicians & care teams.,
- Executed accurate and timely scheduling new and follow up appointments.,
- Verified chart preparation and management.,
- Maintained timely communication with patients & families.,
- Continued education regarding health care plans and network requirements.,
- Trained and assisted with new employee orientation.
Chiropractic Assistant, Acu-Chiropractic, Eagan, MN, 02/2003, 12/2008,
- Completed clerical work including, but not limited to billing, medical records, and filing.,
- Coordinated patient care with insurance registration and claims processing.,
- Roomed patients and application of therapies.
Timeline
Inpatient Registered Nurse- Orthopedic Unit
Methodist Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Homes and Service - Johanna Shores
08.2000 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Education
Normandale Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Minnesota School of Business