Dedicated Registered nurse with over 13 years in long term care and 7 years in Same Day Surgery/Outpatient Infusions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Osceola Community Regional Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare team.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
Utilized electronic health records systems for accurate documentation of patient information.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Sanford Sheldon Hospital
07.2015 - 09.2023
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Country View Manor
10.2003 - 05.2017
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
Advanced Degree in Nursing -
Northwest Iowa Community College
Sheldon, IA
01-2003
Associate of Arts & Sciences And Travel & Tourism -
Iowa Great Lakes Community College
Emmetsburg, IA
05-1999
Skills
Experienced in Surgical Admission and Discharge
Chemo/chemo pump removal
Wound care/ wound vac
Surgical Circulator as well as Endoscopies and Colonoscopies
Surgical clinic
Venipuncture/ blood draw expert
Accessed and deaccessed ports along with lab draws
Time management
Friendly and positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Osceola Community Regional Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sanford Sheldon Hospital
07.2015 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
Country View Manor
10.2003 - 05.2017
Advanced Degree in Nursing -
Northwest Iowa Community College
Associate of Arts & Sciences And Travel & Tourism -