Winrose Phillips
Ankeny
Summary
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
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
07.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Assessed patient conditions and triaged cases based on urgency and severity.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Ensured continuity of care by thoroughly documenting vital information in electronic health records systems for seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Licensed Practical Nurse-Long Term Care
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Nursing Assistant
Mary Greeley Medical Center
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, demonstrating adaptability in fast-paced settings.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - RN
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA05-2025
Bachelor of Science Degree - Kinesiology and Health
Iowa State University
Ames, IA08-2022
Associates of Arts Degree -
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA12-2019
Skills
- IV therapy administration, injections and oral medications
- Effective triage skills
- Emergency response procedures
- Attending stroke and code alerts
- End-of-life and comfort cares
Certification
- Registered Nurse ID 185522
- Licensed Practical Nurse ID P66831
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- Active
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support-Active
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support-Active
Community Service
Helped give first aid to athletes at Special Olympics Iowa (May 2023)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
07.2025 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Mary Greeley Medical Center
12.2022 - 07.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse-Long Term Care
Associate of Applied Science - RN
Iowa Central Community College
Bachelor of Science Degree - Kinesiology and Health
Iowa State University
Associates of Arts Degree -
Iowa Central Community College