Hi, I’m
Wendy DeKruger
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with over 15 years of acute nursing care experience. Skilled in providing high-quality patient care and demonstrating exceptional leadership capabilities. Proven track record of success in hospital-based and outpatient environments. Adept at managing and coordinating healthcare services effectively. Passionate about delivering compassionate care and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Highland Hospital
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
06.2023 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Analyzed and observed patients to discover and interpret vitals and telemetry equipment results.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Rochester Regional Health System
Dialysis Registered Nurse
12.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Cares for patients in 33-chair unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Accurately documents treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Leads teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Administers medications and treatment to patients and monitors responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivers safe and effective care before, during and after treatment.
- Analyzes emergency situations and takes prompt action to save lives
- Utilizes Epic, CyberRen and Citrix automated healthcare databases to perform duties, maintain records and prepare reports.
- Advocates for and strives to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
WCCHS
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse and L&D
09.2019 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
Dr. David Rosenthal
Medical Assistant
01.2009 - 04.2014
Job overview
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Facilitated patient education on treatment plans and medications, improving understanding and compliance.
Education
Genesee Community CollegeBatavia, NY
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
05.2019
Skills
- Renal Dialysis
- Operational Procedures
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- IV Administration
- Medical Records and Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Lab Results Reporting
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Therapy and Counseling
- Nursing Consultation
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Infection Control Protocols
Accomplishments
Valedictorian 2008
Medix College,
Toronto, Canada.
Timeline
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Highland Hospital
06.2023 - 06.2025
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Rochester Regional Health System
12.2021 - 05.2023
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse and L&D
WCCHS
09.2019 - 11.2021
Medical Assistant
Dr. David Rosenthal
01.2009 - 04.2014
Genesee Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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