VERA NICKELSEN
Modesto,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Unit Staff Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse
Stanislaus Surgical Hospital
03.2005 - 09.2024
- Provided daily shift assessments, care, admissions and discharges to post operative / medical patients (ortho, bariatric, OBGYN, urology, plastic surgery, wound care, medication administration, lab reviews, patients and family education
- Performed patient charting, data entry and inputting patient info into the system with a meticulous eye for detail
- Built a strong working knowledge of general hospital operations, policies and procedures and strove to keep department running as efficiently as possible
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate treatment plans and other essential tasks
- Received letters/notes of commendation from patients and patients' families for providing great patient care
- Utilized my learned expertise in navigating difficult situations that required strong critical thinking skills
- Solidified the ability to work effectively in demanding environments as a team player, also provided mentoring and guidance to new nurses
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, maintained with continuing education and adherence to evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety, minimize complications, and optimize outcomes in surgical care, participated in patient’s medical chart audits
- Made pre admission and follow up calls to patients for screening by phone collecting information based on the patient significant health history and or abnormal lab results
- Participated in the multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary care planning processes
- Participated in successful CJR program affiliated with CMS.
Interim Nurse
Doctors Medical Center
05.2004 - 08.2004
- Under the direct supervision of a Licensed Registered Nurse performed patient assessment, wound care and medication administration
- Participated in ongoing education and training activities to enhance clinical skills, knowledge, and competency as an interim nurse
- Focused on Safety and Infection Control: Adhered to infection control protocols and safety measures to prevent the spread of infections and promote a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
Float Pool Student Nurse
Emanuel Medical Center
05.2003 - 08.2003
- Provided patient care under the direct supervision of a Licensed Registered Nurse.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
12.2012
Associate’s Degree in Nursing -
05.2004
Skills
- CPSI / Evident
Clinical judgment
- Word
- Good communication skills both in verbal and written
- Attention to detail and accuracy in medication dispensing and record-keeping
- Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare providers and other team members
Nursing Documentation
Compassionate Care
Medication and IV administration
Infection control measures
Direct Patient Care
Patient Education
Family Education
Reliability
Critical Thinking
Organizational Skills
Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- ACLS Certification, True, 01/01/25
- BLS Certification, True, 01/01/25
- RN License, 647978, True, 01/01/26
- Public Health Nurse License, 87634, True, 01/01/26
My hobbies: gardening and animals
Anywhere I reside I always make a garden and plant different fruit trees. Also, I'm proud owner of 4 big dogs: two St. Bernards and two German Shephards and one little cat.
Timeline
Surgical Unit Staff Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse - Stanislaus Surgical Hospital
03.2005 - 09.2024
Interim Nurse - Doctors Medical Center
05.2004 - 08.2004
Float Pool Student Nurse - Emanuel Medical Center
05.2003 - 08.2003
Modesto Junior College - Associate’s Degree in Nursing,
- ACLS Certification, True, 01/01/25
- BLS Certification, True, 01/01/25
- RN License, 647978, True, 01/01/26
- Public Health Nurse License, 87634, True, 01/01/26
California State University, Stanislaus - Bachelor of Science in Nursing,
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