Theresa Ogden
Layton,UT
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital LTAC (Maxim Healthcare)
San Diego , CA
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on LTAC unit providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse
Western Peaks Specialty Hospital LTAC
Bountiful, UT
10.2020 - Current
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered medications via oral, IV , NG , NJ, GJ feeding tubes
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
Steward Heath Care, Salt Lake Regional Medical Center
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Patient CareTech
Steward Health Care, Lake
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2017 - 01.2020
- Inserted IV's and performed EKG's , prep patient prior to surgery.
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
Medical Assistant
Steward Health Care, Heart & Lung Institute of Utah
Murray, UT
11.2015 - 09.2017
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eagle Gate College
Layton UT, 8404012.2019
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health Science and Advanced Patient Care
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2012
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Mt. San Jacinto Community College
San Jacinto College 05.2009
Skills
- Critical Drips
- Vent / Trachs
- NJ/NG/ GJ feeding tubes
- PICC / Midline Insertion and Care
- Critical Thinking
- Direct Patient Care
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Emergency Interventions
- Documentation and Reporting
- Specimen Collection
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Task and Work Prioritization
Certification
- Utah Registered Nurse License, Number 11585576, -3102, Exp 01/31/2023
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer : ARDMS 136803 Exp: 12/31/2022
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital LTAC (Maxim Healthcare)
01.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Western Peaks Specialty Hospital LTAC
10.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Steward Heath Care, Salt Lake Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 09.2020
Patient CareTech
Steward Health Care, Lake
09.2017 - 01.2020
Medical Assistant
Steward Health Care, Heart & Lung Institute of Utah
11.2015 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eagle Gate College
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health Science and Advanced Patient Care
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Mt. San Jacinto Community College