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Jeremy Theesfeld

Detroit Lakes

Summary

Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery. Wide range of experience in the nursing field.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Nurse Manager

Essentia Health
12.2017 - 11.2025
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decision making.
  • Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality assurance measures.
  • Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
  • Analyzed patient care metrics to identify trends, implementing strategies for continuous improvement in outcomes.
  • Led nursing staff in implementing patient-centered care initiatives, enhancing quality of service delivery.

RN Nurse Manager

Palo Alto County Health System
12.2012 - 12.2017
  • Led quality improvement initiatives, streamlining workflows in clinical settings.
  • Implemented best practices for infection control, improving patient safety outcomes.
  • Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality assurance measures.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Implemented new EMR in the department (Cerner)
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Instrumental in complete department remodel
  • Responsible for scheduling and budget

RN

Palo Alto County Health System
11.2007 - 12.2012

Worked as staff Nurse in Surgery department. Continued to participate in the on-call rotation for facility. Floated to the Emergency department as needed.


RN Staff Nurse

Palo Alto County Health System
11.2002 - 11.2007
  • Administered patient care and medications, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of diagnoses and treatment options.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
  • Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
  • Worked on Medical Surgical Floor and Surgery department as staff nurse
  • Floated to Long-term Care

LPN

Palo Alto County Health System/Parc Hall Nursing Home
01.2000 - 11.2002
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
  • Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity among residents.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
  • Cross-trained to the surgery department as Surgical Technologist.
  • Floated between hospital and long-term care settings

CNA

Palo Alto County Health System/PARC Hall Nursing Home
07.1997 - 01.2000
  • Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily activities and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05-2011

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Iowa Lakes Community College
Emmetsburg, IA
07-2002

LPN - Nursing

Iowa Lakes Community College
Emmetsburg, IA
12-1999

Skills

  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Patient assessments
  • Direct patient care
  • Strong clinical judgment

Certification

BLS

ACLS

Timeline

RN Nurse Manager

Essentia Health
12.2017 - 11.2025

RN Nurse Manager

Palo Alto County Health System
12.2012 - 12.2017

RN

Palo Alto County Health System
11.2007 - 12.2012

RN Staff Nurse

Palo Alto County Health System
11.2002 - 11.2007

LPN

Palo Alto County Health System/Parc Hall Nursing Home
01.2000 - 11.2002

CNA

Palo Alto County Health System/PARC Hall Nursing Home
07.1997 - 01.2000

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Iowa

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Iowa Lakes Community College

LPN - Nursing

Iowa Lakes Community College
Jeremy Theesfeld