Rachael Files
Rangely,CO
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history of 7+ years in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently develops strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma Nurse Coordinator/ED Director
Rangely District Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Monitored approximately 100 Emergency Department visits per month to extract trauma program data for comprehensive review.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures and managed budgets to support Emergency Department and Trauma Program.
Registered Nurse
Rangely District Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Prioritize care while providing optimal care in both the emergency department and acute care setting.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Rangely District Hospital, EMT
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rangely District Hospital
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills in performing care for patients in the long-term care and acute settings.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Public Health Nurse
Rio Blanco Public Health
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
- Educated community members about environmentally-related health issues.
Ward Clerk/CNA
Rangely District Hospital
08.2015 - 09.2020
- Supported needs of 14+ residents under long-term care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Nursing Administration
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN10.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Craig, CO05.2021
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Lamar Community College
Lamar, CO08.2020
Associate of Arts -
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Rangely, CO05.2020
Skills
- Nurse Leadership
- Nurse education program development
- Department Oversight
- Clinical Staff Management
- Critical thinking/problem solving
- Prioritization/ Organization
- Program Management
- Disaster Preparedness
- Trauma Assessments
- Medical Records Management
LinkedIn URL
www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-files
Accomplishments
Received Colorado Trauma Network's Trauma Program Director of the year award for 2022/2023 for successfully leading the team through a Trauma Re-designation Survey without deficiencies.
Affiliations
- NWRETAC Member/Grant Reviewer
- 911 Board Treasurer
- Rangely District Hospital Foundation Member
- EMS Council Member
- Elks Lodge Member
Certification
- RN Multi-State- Expires September 2025
- EMT- Expires March 2025
- BLS- Expires June 2024
- ACLS- Expires June 2024
- PALS- Expires June 2024
- TNCC- Expires July 2025
Timeline
Trauma Nurse Coordinator/ED Director
Rangely District Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Rangely District Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rangely District Hospital
09.2020 - 06.2021
Public Health Nurse
Rio Blanco Public Health
01.2020 - 01.2021
Rangely District Hospital, EMT
07.2019 - 03.2022
Ward Clerk/CNA
Rangely District Hospital
08.2015 - 09.2020
Master of Science - Nursing, Nursing Administration
American College of Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Lamar Community College
Associate of Arts -
Colorado Northwestern Community College
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