Annette Tucker
Wrenshall
Summary
Compassionate RN with extensive experience at Solvay Hospice House, excelling in mental health support and End of life Care for patient and their families. I take pride in good patient outcomes through effective clinical judgment and empathetic communication. I am recognized for mentoring staff and fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes patient well-being. My years of experience working primarily with the elderly has given me satisfaction knowing I have provided quality care . I have skillfully assessed patients health status while managing their care with both acute and chronic concerns. My biggest strength is definitely bringing compassion and empathy to each difficult situation . I enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care . I am a team player and welcome others input and suggestions in efforts to enhance quality of care to patients. I have a willingness to continue to learn , excellent communication skills and ready to face new challenges with dedication and enthusiasm. I have always brought a positive attitude to my work environments and believe in contributing a fresh perspective and strong commitment in everything I do . Thank you for your consideration,.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Solvay Hospice House
08.2016 - 04.2025
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
- Devised customized interventions addressing physical, emotional, social, spiritual aspects of each patient''s well-being while adhering to professional ethics guidelines.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient status . End of life education continually provided.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Provided pain/ general assessments with followup med administration to provide comfort care.
RN Floor Nurse
Sandstone Nursing Home
10.2013 - 10.2016
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication amongst colleagues.
Respitory Travel Nurse
Lake Superior Medical Equipment
11.2013 - 05.2015
- Traveled to patient homes to provide needed respitory assessments. to prceed to assist in setting up cpap devices in accordance with company policy. Following , provided continued assessments of patient after these vists to assure that the had a proper mask fit and good patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Administered respitory medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
RN Floor Nurse
Interfaith Care Center
08.1994 - 08.2013
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better patient outcome
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Nursing
College of Saint Scholastica
Duluth, MN05-1993
High School Diploma -
Duluth Central High School
Duluth, MN05-1983
Skills
- Mental health support
- Clinical judgment
- Palliative care
- Wound care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Geriatric nursing
- Hospice and palliative care
- Respiratory support
- Patient condition monitoring
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Monitoring vital signs
- Compassionate and caring
- Patient and family advocacy
Languages
English
Professional Working
Interests
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
- Hiking
- Embracing outdoor adventures such as cross country skiing and biking
- Backpacking
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Solvay Hospice House
08.2016 - 04.2025
Respitory Travel Nurse
Lake Superior Medical Equipment
11.2013 - 05.2015
RN Floor Nurse
Sandstone Nursing Home
10.2013 - 10.2016
RN Floor Nurse
Interfaith Care Center
08.1994 - 08.2013
Nursing
College of Saint Scholastica
High School Diploma -
Duluth Central High School
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