Robin Shafer
Chippewa Falls,WI
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mayo Clinic Health System
Eau Claire, WI
09.2007 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams throughout hospital departments.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
- Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
Case Manager
United States Army National Guard
Volk Field, WI
01.2008 - 02.2016
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Collaborated with other service providers to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients in emergency situations.
- Educated clients about mental health conditions, medications and self-care techniques.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
- Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
- Maintained logs and electronic client records following department and agency policies for effective monitoring.
Medical Officer
United States Army National Guard
Edmond, OK
02.2001 - 07.2007
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care plans.
- Assisted in emergency situations by providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Oversaw day-to-day practice functions, patient care, medical and administrative staff and business activities.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Midwest Regional Medical Center
Midwest City, OK
07.2000 - 07.2007
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients' families, helping them navigate complex medical information.
- Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05-2000
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Family Support
- Patient Advocacy
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Patient Monitoring
- Reliable and Responsible
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Time Management
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- CCRN
Accomplishments
- 10 years experience as charge RN
- Multiple awards through the U.S. Army, including Combat Action Badge, citation for the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal
Affiliations
- 22 years in the National Guard, providing assistance to my local communities in their times of need, and to my country during Operation Enduring Freedom
- Cub Scout Leader for 5 years
Timeline
Case Manager
United States Army National Guard
01.2008 - 02.2016
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mayo Clinic Health System
09.2007 - Current
Medical Officer
United States Army National Guard
02.2001 - 07.2007
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Midwest Regional Medical Center
07.2000 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Oklahoma
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