Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and infection control compliance. Dedicated to delivering personalized care and fostering collaboration within healthcare teams.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
Omaha, Nebraska
12.2021 - Current
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
Hannibal, MO
05.2023 - 04.2024
Managed patient care plans in Step Down Unit.
Trained new nursing staff on unit protocols and procedures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Registered Nurse, COVID-19 Unit
Blessing Health Systems
Quincy, Illinois
03.2020 - 12.2021
Administered medications and treatments to COVID-19 patients under strict guidelines.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
Provided emotional support and comfort to patients experiencing anxiety or fear.
Trained new nursing staff on COVID-19 protocols and best practices for care.
Monitored patient progress, reported changes in condition and responded appropriately to any emergency situations.
Administered oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation and respiratory treatments as ordered by physician.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
Hannibal , MO
06.2013 - 03.2020
Provided direct patient care in step down unit for diverse medical conditions.
Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and best practices.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Provided direct nursing care including medication administration, wound dressing and catheterization.
Conducted daily rounds with physicians to discuss progress notes, laboratory results and treatment plans.
Design/Programming engineer
Kuetser Tool & Die
Quincy, Illinois
09.2000 - 09.2012
Designed precision tooling for various manufacturing applications.
Conducted thorough inspections to ensure quality standards in production.
Utilized CAD software for designing and modeling complex components.
Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress updates.
Prepared estimates and budgets.
Provided support during the installation, maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
John Wood Community College
Quincy Il
05-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Aided Design
John Wood Community College
Quincy IL
05-2000
Skills
Patient assessment and education
Medication administration
Electronic health record management
Infection control compliance
Critical thinking and adaptability
Palliative and pain management
Certification
BLS
Accomplishments
Daisy Award for pain management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
05.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, COVID-19 Unit
Blessing Health Systems
03.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, PCU
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
06.2013 - 03.2020
Design/Programming engineer
Kuetser Tool & Die
09.2000 - 09.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
John Wood Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Aided Design