Theresa Fursa
Rochester,MN
Summary
Accomplished nurse with extensive experience at Mayo Clinic, adept in patient care and clinical judgment. Excelled in educating patients, enhancing team collaboration, and improving surgical outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in multitasking and problem-solving, significantly contributing to patient recovery and safety. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma/General Surgery Clinic Nurse
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
02.2012 - Current
- Independent approachable clinic nurse assisting 15 consultants in active clinic with variety of cares and procedures.
- Educate patients and families to upcoming preparation of surgical event/ hospitalizations.
- Follow up phone calls with patients within designated time frame of post-operative recovery.
- Assist advance practitioners within hospital setting of simple procedures such as suture/staple removal, wound dressings and drain management for patients' discharges.
- Triage upcoming patients to assure criteria is met and all needed medical records/diagnostics studies are completed for future consultations.
- Assist with patients' inquiries via electronic messaging format,
Surgical Trauma Bedside Nurse
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
08.2007 - 02.2012
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians/advance practitioners.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the nursing unit through strict adherence to infection control protocols, proper handling of hazardous materials, and consistent use of personal protective equipment.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, personalized bedside care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Advocated for patients'' best interests in interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical information and making recommendations based on their needs and preferences.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Winona, MN2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rochester Community College
Rochester, MN03.1996
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
University of MN- Waseca
Waseca, MN05.1992
Skills
- Patient Care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Education
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Compassionate communication
- Intake assessments
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of Nurse Phone Call Follow-Up, Protocol.
- Achieved minimizing dissatisfaction of doctor/patient relationships through effectively helping generality triage potential surgical candidates.
- Magnet representative
- Preceptor to peers and students
Certification
- MN Nursing Licensure R 134060-4
- Public Health Nurse Certificate- 2010
Timeline
Trauma/General Surgery Clinic Nurse
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
02.2012 - Current
Surgical Trauma Bedside Nurse
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
08.2007 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rochester Community College
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
University of MN- Waseca
- MN Nursing Licensure R 134060-4
- Public Health Nurse Certificate- 2010
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