Wendy Pfost
North Judson,IN
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with over 20 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with emergency and surgical specialty.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Op/PACU Lead-Registered Nurse
Northwest Regional Surgery Center
Merrillville, IN
05.2013 - Current
- Point on contact for pre/post clinical areas, assist with new hires, manage schedule, staffing assignments, and workflow to maintain appropriate level of care.
- Provide care to pre- and post-operative patients in PACU setting, which includes monitoring vitals, airway, sedation pain and anesthesia recovery for both adult and pediatric populations.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Anticipate potential complications and collaborate with OR/medical staff to ensure standards of care are exceeded
- Participate in training and drills pertinent to the intraoperative patient population
- Assist in auditing, monitoring and oversight processes related to identified risks
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
Plymouth, IN
07.2004 - 04.2013
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical condition, ensuring timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Implemented protocols for triaging patients based on severity of conditions.
- Educated patients and families on post-treatment care and health management strategies.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner)
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bethel College
Mishawaka, IN04.2003
Skills
- Competent in PAT/Pre/PACU care
- Ultrasound-guided IV placement
- Time management
- Compassionate and caring
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Emergency care
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Registered Nurse, State of Indiana License Number 28161294A
Timeline
Pre-Op/PACU Lead-Registered Nurse
Northwest Regional Surgery Center
05.2013 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
07.2004 - 04.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bethel College