Tracy Bjugstad
Wahpeton,ND
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient care, medication administration, and treatment implementation. Recognized for strong leadership and communication skills, contributing effectively to dynamic team environments. Detail-oriented and responsive, with a robust capability for both routine care and emergency response. Committed to further advancing in the nursing field while delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CHI St. Francis Healthcare Campus
Breckenridge, MN
09.2024 - Current
- Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Documented all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in electronic health records with accuracy.
- Operated and maintained emergency department equipment, performing regular checks for functionality and safety.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
Registered Nurse (RN)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Fargo, ND
11.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care to medical-surgery patients, including assessments, medication administration, and wound care.
- Responding quickly and accurately to changes in conditions or responses to treatment.
- Communicating and reporting changes and patient needs to the provider.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Fargo, ND
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse.
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
CHI Lisbon Health
Lisbon, ND
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Responsible for a variety of venipuncture techniques involving the collection of blood specimens from patients for lab procedures and used in diagnosis
- Responsible for specimen processing, analyzer maintenance, supply/stock, and patient registration/billing
Medical Technician - Phlebotomist
Veterans Administration Hospital
Fargo, ND
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Accession of orders and perform venipuncture on inpatients, outpatients, and employees throughout the entire hospital complex, utilizing universal blood and body fluid precautions.
- Disinfecting the work area, stocking supplies, and preparing specimen collection kits.
- Provided instruction to patients regarding proper specimen collection techniques.
- Labeled specimens accurately according to established protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkside Lutheran Home
Lisbon
06.2014 - 11.2019
- Created and maintained a safe patient and working environment
- Assisted patients with mobility and ambulation throughout facility
- Identified and advocated patient care needs, and helped to determine best approach to care
- Documented resident records on daily flow sheets
- Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff
- Provided hands-on nursing care to patients under direct RN supervision and in alignment with medical center's policies and procedures
Emergency Medical Technician
First Medic Ambulance
Lisbon, PT
03.2016 - 10.2018
- Monitored patients from the scene to hospital transfer, and performed necessary in-transit care.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs to provide appropriate care.
- Managed care in the field and in transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Executed reasoned and logical decision-making in emergent situations.
- Developed a strong rapport with other medical professionals, including local hospital staff, to foster quality, and efficient patient care.
- Operated emergency vehicles with a focus on safety and efficiency while in transit.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence to required maintenance schedules.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Rasmussen College-Minnesota
Fargo, ND09.2023
Skills
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Emergency triage
- Attention to detail
- Interpersonal communication
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
Advanced Life Support (ACLS) 11/07/2026
Basic Life Support (BLS) 09/30/2026
North Dakota RN (Multistate Compact) R55205 12/31/2026
Minnesota RN 2529601 04/30/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CHI St. Francis Healthcare Campus
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
11.2023 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
US Department of Veterans Affairs
06.2023 - 11.2023
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
CHI Lisbon Health
02.2021 - 11.2022
Medical Technician - Phlebotomist
Veterans Administration Hospital
12.2019 - 01.2021
Emergency Medical Technician
First Medic Ambulance
03.2016 - 10.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkside Lutheran Home
06.2014 - 11.2019
Advanced Life Support (ACLS) 11/07/2026
Basic Life Support (BLS) 09/30/2026
North Dakota RN (Multistate Compact) R55205 12/31/2026
Minnesota RN 2529601 04/30/2025
Associate Degree - Nursing
Rasmussen College-Minnesota
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