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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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RegisteredNurse

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Prior Lake,MN

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Fairview Ridges Hospital, excelling in critical care and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through strong clinical judgment and effective collaboration. Skilled in medication administration and developing tailored care plans, ensuring safety and satisfaction in high-pressure environments.

Overview

51
51
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

TRIA Orthopedic Center
03.2005 - Current
  • Administered comprehensive patient assessments to develop tailored care plans.
  • Collaborated with orthopedic team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
  • Educated patients on post-operative care and rehabilitation protocols for recovery success,


Registered Nurse

Fairview Ridges Hospital
06.1983 - 03.2005
  • Educated patients on post-operative care and rehabilitation protocols for recovery success.
  • Provided critical care support in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Administered advanced life support interventions in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for critical patients.

Registered Nurse

Methodist Hospital
07.1983 - 08.1984
  • Conducted detailed assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care strategies based on evolving needs.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and reduced complication rates.

Registered Nurse

St. Luke's Hospital
05.1978 - 05.1980
  • Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced critical care environments.
  • Monitored vital signs and interpreted data to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management post-discharge.
  • Developed and executed nursing interventions based on evidence-based practices.

Registered Nurse

Medical Personel Pool
03.1978 - 05.1979
  • Managed patient care plans across diverse medical-surgical units.
  • Led interdisciplinary teams in implementing improved nursing protocols.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize treatment outcomes.

Registered Nurse

St,Josephs Hospital
06.1976 - 08.1978
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient conditions and needs.
  • Developed training programs to enhance staff clinical competencies.

Registered Nurse

St, Marys Hospital
11.1974 - 06.1976
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.

Education

Nursing

Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN
11-1974

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment

Certification

  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Sup
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Timeline

Registered Nurse

TRIA Orthopedic Center
03.2005 - Current

Registered Nurse

Methodist Hospital
07.1983 - 08.1984

Registered Nurse

Fairview Ridges Hospital
06.1983 - 03.2005

Registered Nurse

St. Luke's Hospital
05.1978 - 05.1980

Registered Nurse

Medical Personel Pool
03.1978 - 05.1979

Registered Nurse

St,Josephs Hospital
06.1976 - 08.1978

Registered Nurse

St, Marys Hospital
11.1974 - 06.1976

Nursing

Rochester Community And Technical College

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