Wes Baker
Olathe,KS
Summary
Registered Nurse with 25+ years of healthcare experience including critical care, acute dialysis, and extensive clinical workflow leadership within healthcare systems. Strong clinical judgment developed in high-acuity environments with a deep understanding of patient safety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and care coordination. Seeking a part-time RN position in long-term care where experience, reliability, and patient-centered care can support residents and care teams.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Consultant & Healthcare Workflow Leader
Oracle Health (Cerner)
08.2007 - Current
- Worked closely with hospitals and clinical teams to improve care delivery workflows and patient safety processes
- Supported implementation of telehealth and care coordination solutions aligned with regulatory and best practice standards
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and operational leaders to optimize documentation and clinical processes
- Provided training and guidance to clinical staff on system adoption and workflow efficiency
- This experience strengthens understanding of regulatory standards, interdisciplinary communication, and system-level care improvement applicable to long-term care settings.
Acute Dialysis Nurse
Mid America Dialysis
08.2005 - 08.2007
- Delivered acute hemodialysis treatments in hospital settings for patients with complex comorbidities including renal failure, cardiac instability, and multi-system illness
- Assessed patients pre-, intra-, and post-dialysis, monitoring vital signs, lab values, and fluid balance
- Managed dialysis equipment and ensured compliance with safety and infection control standards
- Collaborated with nephrologists, intensivists, and multidisciplinary care teams to coordinate treatment plans
- Educated patients and families regarding kidney disease management, dialysis procedures, and lifestyle modifications
Critical Care Registered Nurse (ICU/CCU)
Olathe Medical Center
10.2002 - 08.2005
- Provided direct care for high-acuity ICU and CCU patients, including ventilated and hemodynamically unstable individuals
- Administered IV medications, vasoactive drips, and blood products
- Performed complex patient assessments and responded to rapid clinical changes
- Managed ventilators, cardiac monitoring systems, and invasive lines
- Participated in interdisciplinary care planning and family communication
- Maintained strict adherence to patient safety, infection control, and documentation standards
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KSSkills
- High-Acuity Patient Assessment
- Chronic Disease Management
- Dialysis Care
- Medication Administration
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Care Coordination
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient & Family Education
- Documentation & Regulatory Compliance
- Clinical Workflow Optimization
Certification
- Registered Nurse – State of Kansas
- Active, Unencumbered License
Timeline
Clinical Consultant & Healthcare Workflow Leader
Oracle Health (Cerner)
08.2007 - Current
Acute Dialysis Nurse
Mid America Dialysis
08.2005 - 08.2007
Critical Care Registered Nurse (ICU/CCU)
Olathe Medical Center
10.2002 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Pittsburg State University