Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over 36 years of experience at Resurrection Medical Center. Expert in medication administration and patient assessments, utilizing strong clinical judgment to enhance patient care. Recognized for fostering a supportive environment and advocating for families during challenging times, ensuring holistic and individualized care.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Resurrection Medical Center
03.1989 - Current
Highly skilled nursing professional with more than 36 years practical experience in labor, delivery, recovery, newborn nursery and postpartum care.
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.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Frequently serves as charge nurse and assists in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Provided compassionate emotional support and guidance to individuals and families coping with the profound grief of infant loss, fostering a safe and empathetic environment for healing during the bereavement process.
Optimized patient comfort during labor by implementing individualized pain management strategies including epidural administration, intravenous medication, or alternative methods.
Delivered compassionate care to patients in their most vulnerable state by proactively anticipating their needs and developing individualized care plans to optimize comprehensive care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
12-1988
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Compassion and empathy
Professional bedside manner
Care plan development
Evaluations
Team coordination
Accomplishments
Numerous Daisy Award Nominations
Certification
NCC/ Certification In Inpatient Obstetrics
ACLS and CPR certified - current
Clinical Excellence Award
Award from the division of nursing for demonstration of clinical excellence and dedication to the core values of Resurrection Medical Center.