Nurse Manager Project
Resume:
Kathleen E. Lougheed, RN, BSN, PHN
Otsego, MN 55330
*******@*****.***
612(965-3906)
Summary of Qualifications
Many years of experience as a registered nurse effectively providing patient care within a fast-paced hospital environment and ambulatory setting.
Sound knowledge of medical terminology, human biology and physiology needed to assess and execute patient care plans.
Have always kept current on superior level nursing skills. Attends workshops, conferences. I am currently certified in ACLS, PALS and BLS.
Promote staff development and growth by educating and mentoring to achieve desired results.
Self-motivated individual with high energy, initiative and insight into the needs of others.
Manage multiple projects and heavy patient loads thoroughly and efficiently.
Ability to identify issues or problem areas and provide efficient and accurate resolutions.
Lead and counsel staff in the decision-making process to optimize patient outcomes and medical care.
Outgoing communicator effectively collaborating with patients, families and other healthcare providers.
Mhealth Surgery Center
Minneapolis, MN
RN- PACU, Ambulatory Care, IR and Endoscopy
2017 –
Admit, assess and monitor patients from the OR. Facilitate emersion from anesthesia, assist with extubation of ventilated patients, determine need for oxygen therapy, ventilator and EKG monitoring, pain management and administer IV/access lines.
Ability to perform medical imaging to include endoscopes in order to investigate symptoms, confirm a diagnosis or provide treatment.
Skilled at administering IV, PICC, port and central lines as well as sedation and critical care experience.
Manage emergency admission issues and ensure efficient clinical processes are established and maintained.
Implement all physician orders and obtain consent signatures when required. Provide continuity and quality of nursing care for all patients.
Prepare surgical patients for surgery by following safe patient care protocols. Educate patients on surgical post-op expectations and disease prevention.
Serve as preceptor and mentor for nurses and new employees transferring into PACU. Prepare and present in-services for the staff nurses.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Maple Grove Hospital Maple Grove, MN
RN- PACU, Ambulatory Care, IR and Endoscopy
2014 – 2017
Function as a charge nurse/lead and serve as a liaison between the OR, ICU, surgeons and surgical units to determine proper post-operative patient placement. Implement plan of care to facilitate patient transfer to surgical floor.
Admit, assess and monitor patients from the OR. Facilitate immersion from anesthesia, assist with extubation of ventilated patients, determine need for oxygen therapy, ventilator and EKG monitoring, pain management and administer IV/access lines.
Ability to perform medical imaging to include endoscopes in order to investigate symptoms, confirm a diagnosis or provide treatment.
Skilled at administering IV, PICC, port and central lines as well as sedation and critical care experience.
Manage emergency admission issues and ensure efficient clinical processes are established and maintained.
Implement all physician orders and obtain consent signatures when required. Provide continuity and quality of nursing care for all patients.
Prepare surgical patients for surgery by following safe patient care protocols. Educate patients on surgical post-op expectations and disease prevention.
Serve as preceptor and mentor for nurses and new employees transferring into PACU. Prepare and present in-services for the staff nurses.
Assist with medical procedures when necessary.
Member of Unit Council Committee.
Nurse Manager – Family Birth Center & Nurseries 2009 – 2014
Spearheaded and managed all operations related to the opening of the new Family Birth Center and affiliated nurseries. Accountable for hiring all new staff to include creating and implementing policies within departments of the new facility.
Assumed responsibility and culpability for planning, directing, implementing and evaluating nurse practices for the 24-hour functioning unit. Provided clinical and administrative leadership resulting in efficient utilization of personnel, equipment and supplies.
Provided operational management, leadership and strategic planning for direct reports. Maintained a culture of high-quality care and safety while encouraging staff involvement and participation in decision-making processes.
Served as the main liaison between patients, families and other health care providers. Served as an adviser to other disciplines throughout the facility.
Completed budget planning for personnel, supplies and equipment to meet the needs of the center.
Evaluated employee performance through review of completed assignments and techniques used.
Identified staff development and determined training needs in order to promote productivity and employee satisfaction.
Proficient in handling and making quick decisions for a diverse patient load. Supervised admissions, assessed patient’s needs and initiated patient care plans.
Monitored and documented patient progress. Completed discharge summaries and transfer notes in preparation of patient discharge.
Oversaw policy and procedural development for community residential settings. Coordinated nursing services with the social work staff to ensure proper continuity of care.
Conducted research, surveys and prepared reports pertaining to nursing and health education issues.
Participated in conferences, workshops, seminars and security procedures as necessary.
Mercy Hospital
Coon Rapids, MN
Nurse Manager/Educator – Women & Children Services 2004-2009
Responsibility for up to 140 direct reports to include monthly rounding. annual performance reviews, interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and conflict resolution.
Coordinated the daily operations of the unit and served as a role model for professional practices.
Emboldened educational growth and development among staff. Facilitated orientations and ongoing educational competencies for current employees and new hires.
Created and maintained departmental budget.
Site lead for the implementation of Kronos scheduling software to support 16 units and over 1,500 staff.
Aided and participated in monthly Labor Management Committee meetings with hospital leadership, union business agents and chair members. Prepared team, led sub-committee work and was a dedicated liaison to fellow Patient Care Manager team.
Policy holder for six in-patient care support nursing policies. Tasked with keeping policy current and up-to-date with compliance regulations. Developed team to review and propose updates and changes.
Served on Nurse Practice Board and Learning & Development Council committed to furthering staff involvement and development.
North Memorial Hospital Robbinsdale, MN
Emergency Room Nurse (Post Partum)
2000 – 2004
Provided superior nursing skills in a fast-paced, high stress Level 1 emergency center.
Performed triage and delivered primary care to more than 2,500 patients monthly.
Intermediary between patients, family members and other areas of the hospital.
Participated in the emergency department’s Pediatric Committee dedicated to bettering pediatric care.
Member of the Employee Recognition Committee and project manager for improving employee morale.
Acted as preceptor for incoming nursing students and new hires.
1989 – 2000
Worked as an LPN at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park MN. I had obtained this my senior year of high school. This is something I will share if we meet in person.
Education, Licenses & Certificates
Registered Nurse, Minnesota State License
Bachelor of Science – Nursing, Bethel College – Saint Paul, MN
Practical Nursing License, Hennepin Technical College – Brooklyn Park, MN
Certified in BLS, ACLS and PALS
Reference upon request
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