Wendy Zimmerman
Spirit Lake
Summary
An enthusiastic BSN graduate with two years experience as an LPN and over 10 years experience as a exercise physiologist seeks a position in Hospice/Home health.
Developed skills in fast-paced clinical environment with focus on patient care and effective communication. Seeking to transition into new field where problem-solving and attention to detail are valued. Committed to leveraging transferrable skills to make meaningful impact.
Personable and compassionate individual with strong foundation in patient care and healthcare principles. Possesses solid understanding of medical terminology and basic nursing procedures, along with proficiency in patient assessment and documentation. Dedicated to providing high-quality care and positively impacting patient outcomes.
Offering solid foundation in healthcare and commitment to learning and development within clinical setting. Brings thorough understanding of medical terminology and patient care principles, ensuring accurate and effective patient interactions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
North Idaho Advanced Care Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Cared for patients with disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, chronic and complex medical conditions
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Exercise Physiologist
St Charles Medical Center
09.2011 - 08.2017
- Communicate collaboratively with cardiologist and other team members to perform clinical assessment and evaluate the patient’s overall health
- Work with Phase I, II, III programs and outpatient programs in accordance with the latest evidenced based standards recommended by national organizations
- Delivered effective education on lifestyle modifications and preventive strategies, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health.
- Improved overall patient health by conducting comprehensive assessments, analyzing risk factors, and providing personalized recommendations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to create integrated care plans for optimal patient health management.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment to monitor and analyze physiological responses during exercise testing, ensuring accurate results.
- Established successful rehabilitation programs for post-surgical patients, expediting recovery time and restoring functional capacity.
- Developed targeted interventions for patients with chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity to improve quality of life.
- Reviewed medical records to determine exercise precautions and contra-indications prior to patient visit.
- Monitored patient for ECG changes, cardiac arrhythmias, blood pressure and symptoms before, during and after exercise.
- Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
St Charles Medical Center
09.2011 - 01.2014
- Working within a health care setting in which the primary responsibilities and training emphasized the administration of cardiac stress tests, EKG's and Halter Monitors. Duties included Cardiac Stress Testing, EKGs, Halter Monitors and Event Recorder application.
- education on prescribing exercise programs, nutritional plans, medication review along with education on medications, interactions, laboratory tests to monitor med levels, support group education classes.
- Visit in house CABG patients in ICU to review their continued plan post discharge. Timely assessments and documentation had to be maintained. Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to create integrated care plans for optimal patient health management.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment to monitor and analyze physiological responses during exercise testing, ensuring accurate results.
- Delivered effective education on lifestyle modifications and preventive strategies, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health.
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Austin Heart/St David's Medical Center
01.2009 - 09.2011
- Implemented evidence-based protocols for the safe prescription of exercise in high-risk populations, minimizing potential complications.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment to monitor and analyze physiological responses during exercise testing, ensuring accurate results.
- Established successful rehabilitation programs for post-surgical patients, expediting recovery time and restoring functional capacity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis Clark State College
Lewiston, ID12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX12-2006
Skills
- Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
- Compassionate care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Nursing ethics
- Pulmonary function
- Cardiac care
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
ACLS Through American Heart Association
BLS 2/2024
ACLS Certification AHA
BLS March 2024
Timeline
LPN
North Idaho Advanced Care Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Exercise Physiologist
St Charles Medical Center
09.2011 - 08.2017
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
St Charles Medical Center
09.2011 - 01.2014
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Austin Heart/St David's Medical Center
01.2009 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis Clark State College
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Tarleton State University
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