Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

MARY WOOD

Altru Hospital Family Care Unit
East Grand Forks,MN
1
Certification
21
years of professional experience

Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination of all ages of patients.

Work History

Registered Nurse/Patient Care Coordinator (PCC)

12 Years
Altru Hospital Family Care Unit | 08.2014 - Current
  • Taking care of a variety of patients including: Pediatrics, Postpartum, surgical patients and general medical overflow adults. Previous experience with pediatric infusion patients.
  • Managed patient care coordination as a charge nurse of 18-26 patient unit, managed and balanced the units shift schedules and participation in multidisciplinary meetings.
  • Provided comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
  • Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.

Figure Skating Coach

12 Years 7 Months
East Grand Forks Park District | 10.2005 - 05.2018
  • Instructed children ages 3-18 in figure skating skills, including basic skills, individual, and synchronized skating, fostering their development and passion for the sport.
  • Mentored junior coaches, fostering professional growth and skill development.
  • Evaluated skater performance to provide tailored feedback for improvement.

SMILE Leader

2 Years 2 Months
Grand Forks Park District | 06.2009 - 08.2011
  • Supported children with disabilities during summer park activities program to enhance their social skills within a safe environment.

Education

Associate in Science & Liberal Arts Degree - Nursing

Northland Community & Technical College | Thief River Falls, MN
  • Member of the Northland College Student Nurses Association-TRF
  • Participated in community service projects throughout the nursing program

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Northland Community & Technical College | East Grand Forks, MN
  • Received $1,000 from Donabelle Nelson Nursing Scholarship from Our Saviors Lutheran Church
  • Continued education in AD Mobility Program at NCTC to obtain RN degree

High School Diploma

East Grand Forks Senior High School | East Grand Forks, MN
  • Participated in the following activities:
  • Hockey Cheerleader 2006-2008
  • Varsity Soccer Team 2005-2008
  • Varsity Synchronized Skating Team 2003-2008
  • Individual Competitive Figure Skater 1999-2008

University of Minnesota, Crookston | Crookston, MN
  • Completed courses through College in the High School program
  • Total of 16 credits completed

Some College (No Degree)

University of North Dakota | Grand Forks, ND

Attended University for 2 years and completed majority of pre-req courses accumulating a total of 56 course credits then transferred to NCTC to continue my education and pursue a Nursing Degree.

Skills

Inpatient Health Care Settings
Pediatric
NICU
OB Postpartum hospital unit
Ortho/Neuro hospital unit
Medical/surgical hospital unit
Surgical patient care
IV medication administration
IV insertion of all ages
Central line removal
Port access/de-access
Wound care
Infection control standards
Foley catheter management
NG tube management

Certification

  • Nursing Assistant Certificate Issued: 12/21/2010
  • IV Certification Course through Northland College Completed: Fall 2012 Semester
  • Health Care Provider BLS Card: current
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): current
  • Advanced Life Support (ACLS): expired March 2026
  • Practical Nurse License #L-74819-7 Issued: 02/04/2013
  • Registered Nurse License #R40675 Issued: 07/03/2014

Timeline

Registered Nurse/Patient Care Coordinator (PCC)

Altru Hospital Family Care Unit
08.2014 - CurrentRead More

SMILE Leader

Grand Forks Park District
06.2009 - 08.2011Read More

Figure Skating Coach

East Grand Forks Park District
10.2005 - 05.2018Read More

Northland Community & Technical College

Associate in Science & Liberal Arts Degree from Nursing
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Northland Community & Technical College

Associate of Applied Science from Practical Nursing
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East Grand Forks Senior High School

High School Diploma
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University of Minnesota, Crookston

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University of North Dakota

Some College (No Degree)
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MARY WOOD