Kelsey Peterson
Burnsville
Summary
Dependable Telemetry Nurse proudly offering more than 6 years of expertise in high-stress environments. Personable professional with terrific work ethic promoting positive patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Telemetry
Ridgeview Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
- Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to understand terminology.
- Maintained confidential records on patient treatments and diagnosis to alleviate possible data breaches.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
- Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Per Diem Registered Nurse
Cross Country Staffing/Maple Grove Hospital
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Registered Nurse (Med Surg, Telemetry, IMC)
M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
- Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to understand terminology.
- Maintained confidential records on patient treatments and diagnosis to alleviate possible data breaches.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
- Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Normandale Community College (Generals)
Bloomington, MNSome College (No Degree) - Nursing
Rasmussen College (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Eagan,MNAssociate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Bloomington, MNBachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06.2024
Skills
Empathetic RN with 35 years of experience and 2 years of LPN experience in the hospital setting I am providing excellent quality care to all types of patients ranging from young to old Experienced in med-surg/ cardiac/IMC Seeking an RN position to further my nursing skills I am currently working towards a BSN I am a calm and collected team player that would be a valuable addition to your team I am punctual, flexible, dependable, innovative, organized and have well developed time management skills Even though I take my work seriously, I do have a good sense of humor and get along well with patients as well as coworkers
Skills
- Patient privacy/confidentiality
- Administer PO, IM, SQ, IV, topical medications
- Infection control
- Direct patient care
- Caregiving skills
- Maintaining nutrition
- Inpatient care
- Documenting intake
- Initiate IV access
- Cardiac monitor placement
- Specimen collection and preparation
- Patient monitoring
- Wound cleaning/care expertise
- Electronic Health Records management
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- SBAR communication
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Per Diem Registered Nurse
Cross Country Staffing/Maple Grove Hospital
08.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse Telemetry
Ridgeview Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse (Med Surg, Telemetry, IMC)
M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Normandale Community College (Generals)
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Rasmussen College (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
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