SUSAN SCHROEDTER
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse with significant experience, including emergency room, interventional radiology, pre-operative and post-operative care of ambulatory surgery patients, and care of mental health patients.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Intercoastal Surgery Center
06.2021 - 06.2025
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Suncoast Endoscopy of Sarasota
07.2018 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and delivered appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
Family First Home Care LLC
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- 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.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
San Diego Surgery Center
04.2015 - 08.2017
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined appropriate course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
World Wide Travel Staffing
2009 - 11.2009
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Private Home Health Care Provider
Self Employed Services
08.2004 - 09.2009
- Supported clients through emotional challenges by actively listening and providing empathetic guidance when appropriate.
- Managed household tasks such as meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping to maintain a comfortable living environment for clients.
- Assisted clients in maintaining their independence by offering support with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Facilitated therapeutic exercises and mobility assistance for improved physical functioning and overall wellbeing.
- Administered medications accurately according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosages for optimal patient health.
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Doctors Hospital
07.2002 - 08.2004
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives related to interventional radiology services.
- Performed effective and efficient patient assessments, anticipating and preparing for potential issues.
- Streamlined the pre-and post-procedure processes, ensuring proper patient preparation and thorough follow-up care.
- Educated patients on conditions and illnesses and provided insight on techniques to help improve health.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Englewood Community Hospital
01.1991 - 06.2002
- 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.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
Tampa, FLSkills
- Patient Education
- Call Triaging
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Intravenous Catheters
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Maintaining privacy
- Chart updating
- High level of autonomy
- Geriatric nursing
- Home care
Certification
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Intercoastal Surgery Center
06.2021 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse
Suncoast Endoscopy of Sarasota
07.2018 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Family First Home Care LLC
10.2017 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse
San Diego Surgery Center
04.2015 - 08.2017
Private Home Health Care Provider
Self Employed Services
08.2004 - 09.2009
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Doctors Hospital
07.2002 - 08.2004
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Englewood Community Hospital
01.1991 - 06.2002
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
World Wide Travel Staffing
2009 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
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