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Rebecca L Harju, RN

Tipp City,OH

Summary

Compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

RN, NICU

Dayton Children’s Hospital
Dayton, OH
06.2001 - 06.2004
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.

RN, Cardiology Nurse Clinician

Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
05.2000 - 06.2001
  • Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Reviewed lab test results.
  • Coordinated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
  • Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
  • Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.

RN, ICU

Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
07.1997 - 05.2000
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.

RN Staff Nurse

Miami Children's Hospital Foundation
Miami , FL
06.1996 - 06.1997
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
  • Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
  • Monitored vital signs, laboratory results and other health data to identify changes in patient conditions.
  • Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.

Skills

  • Interpersonal and Written Communication
  • Patient Assessments
  • Parental Support
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Emotional Support
  • Medical Histories and Assessments
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Data Compilation and Analysis
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Quality Assurance

Education

  • Expected graduation August 2026 Masters of Science in Nursing, Nurse Leadership Cedarville University, Cedarville, OH
  • June 1996 Bachelors of Science in Nursing Bible Minor Cedarville University, Cedarville, OH

Current Licensure

  • Registered Nurse, Ohio, Active

Certifications

  • 2001-2005 Neonatal Resuscitation Program
  • 1996- 2005 Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • 1992- current Basic Life Support

Community Service

  • 2018- 2024 Volunteer, Health Teacher, School on the Rock homeschool group
  • 2014-2018 Volunteer, Operation Christmas Child, Samaritan's Purse
  • 2001-2015 Volunteer Worship team, church
  • 2001-2015 Volunteer Worship team, church2001-2003 Volunteer, AWANA kid's club
  • 2001-2010 Volunteer , VBS church program

Timeline

RN, NICU

Dayton Children’s Hospital
06.2001 - 06.2004

RN, Cardiology Nurse Clinician

Cleveland Clinic
05.2000 - 06.2001

RN, ICU

Cleveland Clinic
07.1997 - 05.2000

RN Staff Nurse

Miami Children's Hospital Foundation
06.1996 - 06.1997

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