Sandy Kruse
Alta,IA
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience delivering nursing care to propel desired patient outcomes. Expert at patient care planning, colleague communication and administering direct patient care. Compassionate patient advocate and quick-thinking problem solver with excellent judgment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Unity Point Buena Vista Clinic
Storm Lake, Iowa
05.2011 - Current
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practices were followed.
- Adhered to ethical standards of practice while providing compassionate care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
- Assisted with surgical procedures, scheduling, referrals, prior authorizations and rooming patients.
Home Care Nurse
Gentiva Health Services Inc.
Spirit Lake, Iowa
09.2007 - 02.2011
- Total patient care for Pediatric age patient while in the home.
- Administered medications to patient as prescribed by physicians. Including IV’s per port-a-cath, GI feedings, tracheostomy cares.
- Performed physical therapies and encouraged growth and developmental learning.
- Performed preventative measures such as immunizations or health screenings as needed per plan of care.
- Good rapport with Child’s parents, other care givers and physicians office.
Staff Nurse
Mercy Medical Center Sioux City
Sioux City, Iowa
02.2003 - 10.2007
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Administration of medication and treatments as directed and appropriate for patients.
- Provided emotional support and education to family to achieve outcomes based on on learning and discharge needs.
- Maintains confidentiality, demonstrates accountability, exhibits professional behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Morningside College
Sioux City, IA05-1982
Skills
- Patient testing
- Disease Prevention
- Treatment coordination
- Patient Examination
Timeline
Clinical Nurse
Unity Point Buena Vista Clinic
05.2011 - Current
Home Care Nurse
Gentiva Health Services Inc.
09.2007 - 02.2011
Staff Nurse
Mercy Medical Center Sioux City
02.2003 - 10.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Morningside College
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