Rebecca Herbek
Dell Rapids,SD
Summary
Energetic Educator dedicated to creating engaging learning environments and promoting goal achievement for graduate and undergraduate students. Versed in building upon core concepts to provide comprehensive view of course material. Bringing 3 years of instruction with proficiency in clinic rotation. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Orthopedic Institute
Tea, South Dakota
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team consisting of physicians, surgeons, therapists, case managers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Instructed family members on proper homecare techniques after discharge from hospital setting.
- Coordinated scheduling of diagnostic tests such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs in order to provide accurate diagnosis for orthopedic patients.
- Developed protocols for pain management utilizing both pharmacological agents as well as non-pharmacological modalities such as massage therapy or electrical stimulation therapies.
- Ordered laboratory tests or imaging studies as needed based upon assessment findings or physician orders.
- Attended regular continuing education courses related to Orthopedics nursing in order to stay abreast of current trends within the field.
- Educated orthopedic patients about their conditions and treatment plans to ensure understanding of procedures.
- Checked in patients, completed intakes and performed initial assessments.
- Helped patients manage pain and recovery processes with medications and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Adjunct Instructor
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls, SD
01.2020 - Current
- Provided instruction on nursing concepts and practices to students in a classroom setting.
- Developed assessments to evaluate student performance.
- Conducted clinical evaluations of students in hospital settings.
- Supervised student clinical activities in various healthcare settings.
- Evaluated student's competency based upon laboratory simulations and clinical experiences.
- Contributed subject matter expertise toward improving overall training program and skills displayed by student nurses.
- Guided and supervised nursing students in classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
- Contributed professional feedback to student inquiries in class, online or during established consultation hours.
- Remained current in instructional methods and evidence-based, best practice nursing concepts and impact such concepts place on nursing program students' education.
- Taught multiple courses, which included management of post-operative cardiovascular surgery patients, EKG, and 12-lead EKG.
- Worked with students to ensure comprehensive success.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Avera Specialty Hospital
Sioux Falls, SD
10.2019 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Science And Nursing
Clarkson College
Omaha, NE05.2018
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Southeast Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, SD05.2017
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Southeast Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, SD05.2016
Skills
- Student Performance Evaluation
- Group Instruction
- Test and Assignment Evaluation
- Testing and Evaluation
Certification
- CPR
- ALS
- PALS
- registered nursing license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Orthopedic Institute
09.2024 - Current
Adjunct Instructor
Southeast Technical College
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
Avera Specialty Hospital
10.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Science And Nursing
Clarkson College
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Southeast Technical Institute
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Southeast Technical Institute
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