Randah-Lee Gagne
South China,USA
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Medical Surgical Nurse with over 5 years of specialized care experience for a diverse client population. Proficient in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Excels in patient assessment, care planning, medication administration, starting IVs, pre and post-operative procedural care, and recovery. Renowned for exceptional critical thinking, quick decision-making, and effective problem-solving skills in urgent situations. Completed nursing studies at KVCC with a 3.5 GPA and served as the treasurer of the Future Nurses Association. Strong dedication to making a difference in patients' lives drives me, eager to contribute expertise and dedication to innovation in a dynamic clinical environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Maine General Medical Center
Augusta, ME
02.2023 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in nursing and surgical care.
- Proactively identified potential areas for improvement within the department, collaborating with leadership to implement changes that increased efficiency and quality of care.
- Reduced recovery times for patients by providing efficient post-operative care and timely discharge instructions.
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons through effective communication skills and demonstration of clinical competence during procedures.
- Provided compassionate preoperative care by addressing patient concerns and thoroughly explaining each step of the surgical process.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing knowledge and best practices while providing guidance through their transition into the outpatient surgery setting.
- Educated patients on post-surgical self-care techniques to facilitate successful recoveries at home without complications.
CNA
Private
04330, ME
10.2017 - 12.2024
- Hospital float pool experience, 2 years
- Long term care experience, 3 years
- In-home care experience, 3 years
- Travel experience, 1 year
- Providing basic medical care as well as assisting with daily medications/treatments
- Communicating timely and efficiently with the healthcare team and family members
- Transporting patients to appointments and being an active participant in those appointments
- Assisting with daily therapy and active range of motion exercises for post op patients
- Emotional support and companionship
RN, Medical-Surgical
Maine General Medical Center
Augusta, ME
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to recognize early signs of complications, allowing for timely interventions and preventing adverse outcomes.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Kennebec Valley Community College
Fairfield, Me05.2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient Evaluation
- Critical thinking
- IV insertion
- Preoperative care
- Specimen collection
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Clinical judgment
Certification
ACLS
(Aesthetic injector in June 2025.)
Timeline
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Maine General Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
Maine General Medical Center
06.2022 - 06.2023
CNA
Private
10.2017 - 12.2024
ADN - Nursing
Kennebec Valley Community College