Vinetta Gladney
Spring Lake Park,MN
Summary
TNCC and ENPC obtained in 2017. ENPC renewed in 2021.
ACLS/BLS current until July 2023.
Caring, compassionate, experienced RN. Worked bedside since 1995 in a variety of roles and disciplines. the last 6 years have been in a Level 1 trauma center. Works closely with the trauma team as well as Law Enforcement and other teams throughout the hospital. Experienced professional focused on meeting or exceeding objectives seeking SANE RN position. Offers advanced training and knowledge of industry best practices. Recognized for leadership, planning abilities and clear, direct communication style. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. 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
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Charge RN
North Memorial Health Hospital
Robbinsdale, MN
07.2016 - Current
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Minneapolis, MN
08.2012 - 07.2016
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse
Minneapolis VA Medical Center
Minneapolis, MN
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Minneapolis VA Medical Center
Minneapolis, MN
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Education
No Degree - SANE 40 Hour Course
IAFN
Dallas, TX06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN06.2015
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN05.2011
Associate of Arts - Licensed Practical Nursing
Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN12.2006
Skills
- Process Evaluations
- Patient Record Auditing
- Accurate Documentation using Epic System
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Operational Standards
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Emergency Preparedness
- Infection Control Procedures
- Student Precepting
Affiliations
Minnesota Nurses Association member since 2012
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Charge RN
North Memorial Health Hospital
07.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
08.2012 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse
Minneapolis VA Medical Center
08.2011 - 08.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse
Minneapolis VA Medical Center
08.2010 - 08.2012
No Degree - SANE 40 Hour Course
IAFN
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Bemidji State University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Associate of Arts - Licensed Practical Nursing
Hennepin Technical College
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