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Sidney Rupe

Junction City,KS

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Salina Regional Health Center
07.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.

Palliative Care Coordinator/Oral Chemotherapy

The University of Kansas Cancer Center St. Francis
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans that addressed each patient's unique needs.
  • Worked as Palliative Care Coordinator assisting patient with management of symptoms during treatment.
  • Increased access to palliative care services by identifying eligible patients and providing prompt referrals for appropriate care interventions.
  • Oral Chemotherapy education, assistance with acquiring patient assistance programs and grants to ease the burden of cost.
  • Educated patients on side effect management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health during treatment.

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

Ascension Via Christi
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients, leading to improved health outcomes.
  • Ensured patient safety by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.

Short Term Option Registered Nurse

Ascension Via Christi
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • 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.

Travel Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.

Oncology Registered Nurse

Barnes Jewish Hospital
06.2020 - 07.2021
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients undergoing chemotherapy by following strict infection control protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients coping with difficult diagnoses, helping them navigate the challenges of cancer treatment with resilience and hope.
  • Administered prescribed chemotherapy medications safely and accurately, ensuring proper dosage and infusion rates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO
05.2020

Skills

  • Patient Assessments
  • IV Insertion
  • End of life care
  • Time management
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Basic Life Support
  • Patient Education
  • Organizational Skills

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License (RN) - Kansas, Missouri, Utah, Arizona & North Carolina State Board of Nursing.
  • BLS - June 2023 - June 2025
  • ACLS - July 2023 - July 2025
  • TNCC - September 2024
  • NIHSS - July 2024
  • PALS - Pending October 2024

Timeline

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Salina Regional Health Center
07.2024 - Current

Palliative Care Coordinator/Oral Chemotherapy

The University of Kansas Cancer Center St. Francis
08.2023 - 04.2024

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

Ascension Via Christi
06.2023 - 12.2023

Short Term Option Registered Nurse

Ascension Via Christi
10.2022 - 04.2023

Travel Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
08.2021 - 08.2022

Oncology Registered Nurse

Barnes Jewish Hospital
06.2020 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southeast Missouri State University

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