Registered Nurse Care
Resume:
Erin Rutecki
PO Box *****
Fairbanks, AK *****
Phone: 512-***-****
ac3b7g@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
I am seeking a challenging and responsible position that will allow me to expand on my current knowledge and experience. As a Registered Nurse I will utilize my nursing education and training, as well as my interpersonal skills. I am eager to extend a helping hand in this noble profession. I am available to work all shifts. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
February 2016
to
Present
FMH 2 South Fairbanks, AK
Registered Nurse
Perform initial patient assessments and work with physicians to plan, implement, and evaluate plans of care for adult patients; manage average caseload of 5 patients. Utilize clinical expertise to administer medications, injections, IV therapy, test glucose levels, Perform venipuncture, and provide wound care, colostomy/urostomy care, trach care, feeding tubes, chest tubes, and various other nursing skills/tasks... Provided care that was specific to the individual patient's age and condition Coordinated and planned care with non licesensed nursing personell and assigned tasks
Patient advacocy and education of patients and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease process
Electronic charting
Provide discharge teaching and instructions
Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, moving in bed, standing and walking
I have also had the opportunity to transport patients who required clinical support. I have transported patients to Anchorage and Idaho.
June 2014
to
January 2016
Norlite Nursing Center Marquette, MI
Charge Nurse-LPN
Float the facility working various wings
Facilitate patient admissions and discharges
Carry out physician orders of medication and treatment On average I care for 20 residents
Daily duties consist of wound care, trach care, G-tube feeding/care, respiratory treatment/assessments, patient bathing/hygiene assistance, glucose checks, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration
Actively participate as a multi-disciplinary team member providing professional patient care guided by its goals
May 2013
to
May 2014
Marquette County Medical Care Facility Ishpeming, MI LPN-On Call
Worked in various positions including wing nurse, float nurse, and treatment/wound care nurse
Assigned to care for an average of 26 residents
Daily duties consisted of wound care, ventilator and trach care, G-tube feeding/care, respiratory treatment/assessments, IV therapy, patient bathing/hygiene assistance, glucose checks, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration Worked various nursing shifts
August 2011
to
April 2012
Denali Center (Banner Health) Fairbanks, AK
LPN - Primary
Primary wing nurse to 16 residents
Provided patient/resident care based on the nursing process to both adult and geriatric populations
This position required me to use independent judgement regarding priority of work, changes in patient condition, evalution of patient response to care, and emergency situations
Coordinated with 2 CNAs and an RCC
Job responsibilities included triage, medication administration, ordering of medical supplies, feeding tubes (gastronomy and jejunostomy), IV medications, injections, wound care, wound vac, infection control, and dietary needs Resident/patient populations was culturally diverse and included various Native Alaskan populations
Worked with post stroke, advanced dementia, diabetics, and end of life care November 2010
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June 2011
Interior Community Health Center Fairbanks, AK
CSS III (LPN)
Provided patient care for an average of 14 patients per day Reported directly to a Physician's Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Daily duties include: Screening patients, assisting in procedures, wound care/dressing changes, medication administration, immunizations for adults and children (including well child checks), Setting up and assisting with PAPs or IUD insertion/removal during our well woman visits, prepare for and assist in sterile procedures, diabetic and medication education, simple lab procedures (urine dips, cultures, HCG tests, drug screening), send referrals, and do patient follow up. I also did prior authorizations and set up patient assistance medications as well as secure prior authorization on medications and arrange travel so that patients can attend their appointments As a CSS 3 I have IV experience
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Nursing Honors Society: Sigma Theta Tau-Xi Sigma Chapter Graduated Magna Cum Laude this December from NMU's BSN program NMU Deans List Fall 2012 to present
Merit Award recipient for academic standing
Clinical Excellence Award for Psychiatric Nursing semester Awarded Outstanding Performance on the HESI Assessment Exam for highest overall score on my LPN exit exam Participated in Phi Beta Kappa
Class Representative of the Student Vocational Nursing Association (2009-2010), A member of the LPN Committies Board(2009-2010), and a member of Phi Beta Kappa (2002-Present) Promoted from Clinical Support Staff level 2 to CSS level 3 in one month during my time at ICHC giving me the ability to perform IV infusions on patients
During my time with Banner Health I recieved training and attended classes relating to the Eden Care Model, Comfort/Terminal Care, Non Violent Crisis Intervention, and Vac Therapy. EDUCATION
2015
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Expected to graduate in December 2015
Outstanding record of academic success
Maintained Dean's List status throughout this program Active member of the Student Nurses Association
During Med/Surg II I recieved 60 hrs in the Emergency Department During my final Transitions rotation I spent 90 hrs on a Medical/Surgical unit where I functioned in the role of a primary nurse for 4-5 pts 2010
Austin Community College
Austin, TX
Licensed Practical Nursing
Completed a total of 832 clinical hours
Rotations in the following areas: Long term care, Rehab, Hospice, OB (intrapartum, postpartum, and nursery), OB clinic, Pediatrics, Psych, Med surg, Adult Daycare, and a Leadership rotation.
CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Nurse License: State of Alaska, License # 108222 Licensed Practical Nurse License: State of Michigan, License # 470-***-**** ACLS certified #061******** (Expires 10/2017)
Basic Life Support (Expires 02/2017)
ACTIVITIES
Community Involvement:
2005-Present
American Red Cross Volunteer Central Texas Chapter. I have made many contributions to this organization. In 2005 I spent three days working in child care for the victems of Hurricane Katrina. 2015
I worked as an intern with the Health Promotion Office on campus. We offer non-judgemental information, support, and referral for a wide range of social issues on campus. I have had the opportunity to get involved in various health fairs where we presented information on smoking cessation, alcohol awareness, and basic health and nutrition topics. I also gave presentations to freshman students as part of their "first year experience" which covers various alcohol related topics.
KEYWORD SUMMARY
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and knowledgable on Meditech, Cerner, and Centricity proficient, and Mckesson Paragon: Clinical Care Station.
REFERENCES
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