Adaptable RN with extensive experience across various healthcare environments, recognized for exceptional critical thinking and medication administration expertise that enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Charge/Floor
Ellsworth Health Services
Ellsworth, Wisconsin
03.2024 - Current
Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and therapists.
Documented patient progress notes accurately in electronic medical records.
Advocated for patients' rights and values, ensuring respectful care.
Administered medications and treatments while monitoring for reactions and side effects.
Behavioral Health Charge/RN Floor Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
01.2022 - 03.2024
Ensured confidentiality of client information in compliance with federal HIPAA regulations.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to evaluate patient progress and strategize interventions.
Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications while monitoring patient reactions.
Assessed patient conditions and behaviors, providing updates to supervising physicians on observations.
Supervised nursing staff, enhancing daily patient care management practices.
Delivered direct nursing care to patients experiencing mental health and substance abuse disorders.
RN Flex/Float Pool
Sacred Heart Hospital
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
09.2015 - 01.2022
Delivered patient care across multiple hospital departments while ensuring adherence to standards.
Utilized critical thinking to assess clinical situations swiftly and accurately.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices and hospital policies.
Maintained accurate, thorough, and confidential electronic medical records documentation.
Counseled patients on medication side effects and essential lifestyle modifications.
RN Floor Nurse
Atrium Post Acute Care
Ellsworth, Wisconsin
10.2012 - 09.2015
Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
Assistant Store Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
Hudson, Wisconsin
08.1995 - 06.2004
Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
04-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI
05-2009
Skills
Basic life support
Certified in CPR/AED
Adaptability
Team collaboration
Critical thinking
Electronic medical records (Epic, Meditech, Point Click Care)