Kelsi Brockpahler
Sebeka
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Manager with expertise in staff supervision, quality improvement, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to enhance patient care and lead multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure environments. Skilled in staff management, critical thinking, and implementing evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and operational performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department and ReadyCare Nurse Manager
Astera Health
Wadena, MN
05.2022 - Current
- Stroke Program Manager
- Trauma Program Manager
- Directed nursing staff to enhance patient care quality and operational efficiency.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve clinical outcomes and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Monitored performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimize resource allocation effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans and streamline communication processes.
- Fostered a culture of teamwork and accountability by mentoring nursing staff and facilitating open feedback sessions.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
Emergency Department RN
Astera Health
Wadena, MN
06.2016 - 05.2022
- Administered emergency care to patients in high-pressure situations, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
- Coordinated triage processes, prioritizing patient needs based on severity of conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and implemented interventions to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and discharge instructions for improved health outcomes.
- Acted as a patient advocate by effectively communicating their needs to the healthcare team and ensuring appropriate follow-up care was arranged.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to established protocols and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation and communicated efficiently with physicians, ensuring timely diagnoses and treatment interventions.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Assisted physicians with complex diagnostic procedures, including lumbar punctures, central line placements, chest tube insertion, among others.
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN06-2016
High School Diploma -
Wadena-Deer Creek High School
Wadena, MN05-2011
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Staff supervision
- Policy development
- Quality improvement
- Staff leadership
- Performance improvement
- Clinical expertise
- Department management
- Direct patient care
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Emergency Department and ReadyCare Nurse Manager
Astera Health
05.2022 - Current
Emergency Department RN
Astera Health
06.2016 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bemidji State University
High School Diploma -
Wadena-Deer Creek High School