Rachael Lodenkamp
Kailua,HI
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with 7+ years experience in PCU, Float Pool, and Cardiac care environments with a strong commitment to putting the patient first. Well-versed at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans, and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
CHI Memorial Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to ensure high quality nursing care.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices in order to reduce risk of transmission within the organization.
- Actively participated in professional development activities such as continuing education classes or seminars.
- Maintained current certification in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, PCU
AdventHealth
Calhoun, GA
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment options, and post-treatment home care needs.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and lab draws according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all treatments provided to patients.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Hamilton Medical Center
Dalton, GA
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records using CERNER charting system.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Administered injections and IV therapy.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists and physicians to develop exercise plans tailored to patient's specific needs.
- Prepared medical equipment to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored post-op vitals, managed PCA, Epidural and ESB catheters, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit using EPIC charting system.
- Monitored and managed Chest Tube care
Nanny
Dr. Jennifer Burns
De Pere, WI
11.2010 - 04.2019
- Supervised children while parents were on vacation, business trips, and weekend getaways
- Provided attentive, safe, and high quality childcare in a nurturing, safe environment to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth
- Responsible for managing household, planning daily schedules and activities, and cooking dinner during the weekdays
- Assisted children with homework and implemented school material in practical, everyday activities
Registered Nurse
Bellin Hospital
Green Bay, WI
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival
- Coordinated care for up to six patients per shift in Med/Surg Rehab setting with quality and cost constraints
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
- Delivered care and treatment reflective of appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions
- Assessed and coordinated patient's discharge planning needs with healthcare team members
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care
- Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to formulate individualized treatment plans to deliver high-quality patient care and continuously evaluate and adapt nursing plan to achieve patient recovery goals
- Notified appropriate individuals of changes in patient condition and utilized established chain of command to ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Home Care Service Provider
Home Instead Senior Care
Chattanooga, TN
09.2009 - 05.2010
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
- Organized and administered medications on clear schedules to help alleviate symptoms and optimize quality of life
- Assisted patients with transitioning between beds, wheelchairs and automobiles, providing consistent and safe mobility support
- Supervised frequent activities such as medication and personal hygiene to ensure safety
- Ran errands for clients and transported to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs
- Provided mental and emotional support to keep clients happy and healthy
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellin College
Green Bay, WI2016
Bachelor of Arts - Harp Performance
Southern Adventist University
Collegedale, TN2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northwestern Technical College
Norway, MISkills
- Patient Care and Education
- Thorough Charting
- Charge Nurse PRN
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound cleaning/care expertise
- Chest Tubes
- Behavior redirection
- Compassionate patient care
- Setting appointments
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Tracheostomy care
- Various drains and line care
- Patient advocacy
Community Involvement
- In Spring 2019, I traveled to Zambia, Africa where I provided care for HIV patients, education to expecting mothers, screened for breast cancer and provided wellness clinics and check-ups for women and children in the bush villages
- In 2016, I worked with children as well as teenagers at Exceptional Equestrians in WI where I engaged in helping with their therapy programs. The therapy program pairs children who are impaired mentally or physically with horses to help them work on various motor and sensory skills
- In 2010, I flew to Bolivia and provided programming for children who lived with their mothers in a women's prison and also recorded harp music for the TV station Ad Venir
- In 2008, I was involved with a Health Fair in Chattanooga, TN. I engaged people in the community by taking their blood pressure readings and encouraging them with practical ways to eat and stay healthy
- Bellin Hospital and Cancer Center have 2-3 special remembrance services annually and I have been providing harp music for these events for the past 9 years. I also have provided harp music for the cancer patients during their chemotherapy infusions
References
- References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
CHI Memorial Hospital
09.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, PCU
AdventHealth
09.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, PCU
Hamilton Medical Center
02.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga
09.2019 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Bellin Hospital
03.2017 - 12.2018
Nanny
Dr. Jennifer Burns
11.2010 - 04.2019
Home Care Service Provider
Home Instead Senior Care
09.2009 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellin College
Bachelor of Arts - Harp Performance
Southern Adventist University
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northwestern Technical College
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