Registered Nurse with 15 years combined experience as a cardiac nurse, dialysis nurse, nurse manager, and home health nursing. Seeking to continue leveraging my expertise in providing quality and compassionate care to our patient population and their family. I am focused, goal oriented, and an effective team player.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infusion Nurse
Rochester Home Infusion/Option Care
Rochester, MN
11.2022 - Current
Starting IV’s, Port care and access/deaccess, PICC line care, Hickman line care
Administering medications via IV – including but not limited to IVIG, Amondys, Remicade, Entyvio, Stelara (first dose admin and monitoring); via IM or Subcutaneous injections
Scheduling patients
Reconstitution and dosing of medication on site using sterile techniques.
Remained current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs and oriented and educated new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
Leveraged knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control and safety precaution to initiate appropriate intervention in crisis situations.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
RN
Mayo Clinic, Charter House RN
09.2017 - 11.2023
As a staff nurse I am responsible for coordination of care with CNA’s, NP/MD, Social workers, hospice, families and others that may need to be involved in caring for patient
Priority setting is required for managing multiple patients with different care needs
Ensuring that team knows what is required and being able to follow up on requirements.
Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Ensured competency was met for staff under my direction.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Nurse Manager
Mayo Clinic
08.2019 - 09.2022
Helped initiate unlicensed care giver program
Initiated COVID regulations in a rapidly changing environment
Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
Assisting with staff trainings – including EPIC charting.
Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
RN /Charge Nurse
Essentia Health PCU
01.2013 - 01.2017
Step down care for ICU patients
Chest tubes, cardiac procedures and post open heart care and recovery
Cardiac drips, insulin drips, stable vents
Staffing 29+ beds
Admit and discharge coordiation
Coordination of patient care with doctors, therapists, social workers and family.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing
Rassmussen College
Bloomington, MN
Associate of Science - Nursing
Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MN
05.2008
General Diploma -
Cadott High School
Cadott, WI
05.1999
Skills
Empathy
Self-Directed
Time Management
Effective Team Player
Organizational Skills
Written and verbal Communication
Ability to prioritize complex clinical information in the service of enhancing positive treatment outcome
Certification
BLS – Expires June 2025
RN State of Minnesota Lic Number 1957110