Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
RegisteredNurse

Saurus E Arneson

Wolf Point,MT

Summary

Dedicated RN with 15+ years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Skilled in patient assessments, medication administration, EMR charting, and multitasking. Focused on optimizing patient care and support. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Strong clinical judgment and emergency response abilities, committed to delivering compassionate and holistic care while mentoring nursing staff. Quality-focused and detail oriented leader.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Northeast Montana Health Services
2009.09 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.

Registered Nurse

Sidney Health Center
2009.03 - 2009.09
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Sergeant

South Dakota National Guard
2000.10 - 2006.02
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Miles Community College
Miles City, MT
05.2008

Associate of Applied Science - Agribusiness & Business Management

Western Dakota Technical Institute
Rapid City, SD
05.2001

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care & Patient Assessments
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Strong Clinical Judgment & Emergency Response
  • Critical Care & Complex Problem Solving
  • Patient education/counseling & patient/family advocacy
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • TNCC certification
  • PALS, NRP, & STABLE Certification
  • ABLS Certification
  • Nursing staff leadership and Staff Supervision
  • Previous CLC & ANLC Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Northeast Montana Health Services
2009.09 - Current

Registered Nurse

Sidney Health Center
2009.03 - 2009.09

Sergeant

South Dakota National Guard
2000.10 - 2006.02

Associate of Science - Nursing

Miles Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Agribusiness & Business Management

Western Dakota Technical Institute
Saurus E Arneson