Tutor St. Luke's nursing students on academic content mastery
Developed tailored lesson plans to address individual learning needs and objectives.
Served as a positive role model for students both academically and personally, inspiring continued dedication to their education.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
UnityPoint, St. Luke's
01.2025 - Current
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment plans and preventive care.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Assessed patient mental health needs and developed individualized care plans.
Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in behavior and response to interventions.
Partnered with social workers, counselors and doctors to develop plans of care.
Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as stress management, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and problem-solving skills.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Store Manager, District Educator
Aveda
05.2003 - 06.2019
Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
District business management and product educator for other Bay Area stores
Developed sales strategies based on market trends, driving revenue growth and customer engagement.
Lead Volunteer for ED
Highland Hospital ED
07.2012 - 05.2019
Hired, trained, and supervised 150+ ED volunteers
Implemented Volunteer Surgical Observation Program
Coordinated volunteer schedules to ensure adequate coverage in emergency department.
Assisted healthcare professionals by providing support during patient intake and triage processes.
Developed training materials for new volunteers, enhancing onboarding efficiency and effectiveness.
Increased volunteer retention by establishing a supportive network and recognizing individual contributions regularly.
Education
BSN -
St. Luke's College - UnityPoint Health
Sioux City, IA
12.2024
BA - Anthropology; Certificate Global Health
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.2021
Skills
Comprehensive patient evaluation
Effective deescalation techniques
Emergency response training
Pharmaceutical management
Infection prevention strategies
Proficient in EMR documentation
Strong ethical standards
Supportive communication
Collaborative teamwork
Scientific inquiry
Affiliations
American Nursing Association
Iowa Nurses Association
Interests
Homelessness Outreach
Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals