Juanita Rhode
Little Falls
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
10.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans for critically ill neonates.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Reduced infection rates through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper hand hygiene practices.
- Assisted physicians with neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line insertion, and lumbar puncture.
- Administered medications and blood products safely, following established guidelines to minimize adverse effects on patients.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding in high-stress situations.
- Collaborated with case managers and social workers to develop comprehensive discharge plans for patients transitioning from NICU care to home or other facilities.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans based on thorough assessments of each patient''s unique needs and goals for recovery.
- Achieved positive patient outcomes, by closely monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatments accordingly.
Registered Nurse
CentraCare Health System
10.2018 - 11.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced complications by accurately assessing patients'' needs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
- Streamlined documentation processes, maintaining accurate records of each patient''s medical history, lab results, and treatment progress.
- Educated patients and their families on kidney disease management, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health care.
- Increased patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout the entire dialysis process.
- Assisted in training new staff members on dialysis procedures, policies, and equipment usage ensuring consistent high standards of patient care across the unit.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic kidney disease, helping them navigate complex medical information while maintaining hope for improved health outcomes.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Saint Cloud, MN06.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Saint Cloud, MN09.2018
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Infection Control
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Ethical Practice
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
CentraCare Health System
10.2018 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
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