Registered Nurse Health

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**** ****** ***** *****, *********, SD ***** • Home: 605-***-**** • *****.****@*****.***

Professional Summary

Highly regarded, resilient and innovative registered nurse offering more than 18years of diverse nursingleadership and expertise in public and private healthcare. A true team player who enjoys participating incommunity events and public speaking ventures. Looking for a position with a state-of-the-arthealthcare or organization involved in community outreach.

Skills

Analytical thinker Sharp critical thinkerStrong decision maker Life science industry backgroundExceptional communicator Budgeting proficiencyStrong work ethic Resource management expertisePersonable and trustworthy Strong presentation skillsHighly organized Case managementQuality inspection and control Process improvementPalliative/Hospice care Acute care expertise

Work History

Public Health Nurse Volunteer, 10/2017 to CurrentGood Shepherd Clinic – Spearfish, SD

Assess health needs, confer with health team, deliver healthcare within budget and formulary.Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.Increased immunization utilization by 200%.Community sponsored free clinic for uninsured

Public Health Nurse Internship, 05/2017 to 09/2017Veterans Health Administration – Fort Meade, SD

Identified weaknesses in documentation, communication and completion of referral appointments.Worked as a member of utilization team to strengthen health delivery system.Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.

Initiated department-wide study to identify areas for process improvement.

Director Of Nursing Services, 10/2015 to 01/2017Welcov Healthcare Facilities, Spearfish/Sturgis, SD

Effectively supervised 40 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a highlevel of staff morale and professionalism.Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.Effectively managed clinical oversight for 50-bed unit, including 10 bed memory care unit.Supervised all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.Delegated staff nurse duties..Infection Control Surveillance and education.Processed monthly reports for department performance.Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA\'s) to identify performance areas forimprovement.Experience with chronic and acute medical conditions including Parkinson\'s, Asthma, Dementia,Diabetes, Cancer, COPD, Heart Disease, Alzheimer\'s and Paget\'s disease.Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders anddiseases.Provided on-call care at all times of day and night.Ensured HIPAA compliance.Provided DHS (Department of Health Services) with corrective action plans.

OR Education Coordinator, 02/2015 to 10/2015Spearfish Regional Hospital – Spearfish, SD

Clinical Educator Operating Room.Surveillance of pre-op, intra-op and postop clinical procedures.Research of historical data related to practice and outcomes directly related to OR procedures.Reviewed customer survey information to prioritize areas of improvement.Consistently complied with applicable laws and regulations and ensured facility adhered toMedicare and Medicaid regulations.Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care or conditions that might hinder patientwell-being.Certified that equipment and supplies were properly maintained for quality patient care and safety.Participated in facility surveys and inspections made by authorized governmental agencies.Investigated, provided and submitted information to Quality Department about special incidents,events and complaints.Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction and

compliance with set standards.Monitored Infection Control and Critical Incidents, Risk Management and Quality Improvementplans.Wrote and designed continuing education examinations.Instructed through lectures, discussions and demonstrations in Peri-Op 101, post operative care andintra-operative infection control.Initiated evidence based process best practices

Registered Nurse, 10/2005 to 02/2015Avera St. Mary\'s Healthcare – Pierre, SD

Delivery of direct patient care within, PACU, and SDS units.Labor and Delivery Nurse - assisted mothers with childbirth (L&D), mother/care (7 years).Delivery of care for ambulatory clinic, pain clinic and medical surgical units.Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.Chronic patient care in med-surgical unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medicationto wound care to monitoring for 6 patients per shift.Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting fetal heart monitors.Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.Primary care, assessment and evaluation of neonatal and pediatric patients.Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.Closely monitored acute conditions.Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation.Ensured HIPAA complianceMaintained and updated Surgery unit Policies.Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.

Health Career and Education Teacher, 10/2008 to 06/2011Pierre School District – Pierre, SD

Certified Educator Health Science CTE (Certified Technical Education).Developed content and implemented Health Science Career Cluster Requirements.Measured instruction outcomes and created/implemented quality improvements.Creation and Implementation of shadow/mentor program with local health care facilities/clinics.Established and implemented CNA certification within class.Established and implemented BLS/first certification.Initiation of FAFSA and college preparation.Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and the Parent

Teacher Club.Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.Integrated technology into the classroom as an instructional tool, such as the Smartboard.Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teachertraining workshops.Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software and the Internet.Taught introductory and upper level courses in pre-med, pre-pharmacy, pre-sports medicine andmedical terminology.Planned, evaluated and revised course content and course materials.Wrote, administered and graded midterm and final examinations.Coached students on public speaking and presentation skills.

Clinical Manager Registered Nurse, 07/1998 to 10/2005Women\'s Prison – Pierre, SD

Supervised the performance of 8 clinical staff/24 hour/day.Implemented a successful multi-year project addressing nutrition, exercise and health education inthe prison setting.Oversaw process improvement initiatives.Streamlined workflow.Managed day-to-day development issues.Oversaw training, coaching, mentoring and staff retention.Compiled statistical data for monthly, quarterly and annual reports.Collaborated with institutional staff, area law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneysand treatment providers.

Education

Master of Nursing (MSN): Nursing, 10/2017Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ

Emphasis in Public Health.Graduated with honorsCoursework includes: Healthcare Research Analysis and Utilization, Principles of Epidemiology;Ethics, Policy in HealthCare Systems; and BiostatisticsCoursework includes Finance

Bachelor of Science: Nursing, 09/2016Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ

Graduated with honorsCoursework includes: Family Centered Health. Pathophysiology and Nursing Management; and

Evidence Based Processes.

Associate of Arts: Nursing, 1998University of South Dakota - Vermillion

Affiliations

Member, American Public Health Association (APHA)Member, National Association of Professional Women ( NAPW)

Accomplishments

Dedicated, passionate and focused registered nurse who is a recent public health graduate.Experience in nursing profession and instruction/course development. Seeking the opportunity toapply dynamic research, management and education skills within a successful healthcareorganization/institution of learning.

Certifications

Registered Nurse in South Dakota, license Number R029942, since 1998Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2014 to presentPediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification 2014 to present

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