Nicholas Kiehn
Cloquet
Summary
Diligent Graduate Nurse with a solid foundation in patient care and clinical procedures. Demonstrated ability to assist in various healthcare settings, contributing to positive patient outcomes. Proficient in communication and teamwork, ensuring efficient and compassionate service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Northstar Community Services
08.2022 - Current
- Supported individuals with daily living activities, fostering independence and personal growth.
- Assisted clients in developing social skills through structured recreational programs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care plans to ensure compliance.
- Implemented behavior intervention strategies to promote positive outcomes for clients.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client support and safety protocols.
- Advocated for clients' rights and preferences in various settings, ensuring their voices are heard.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Phlebotomist/Client Service Representative
Aspirus St. Luke's
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Performed professional venipuncture, specimen collection, and lab processing in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Demonstrated critical communication skills by reporting changes in patient status to nursing staff and advocating for client needs.
- Assisted patients in understanding the blood draw process to alleviate concerns.
- Maintained accurate patient records and sample labeling for efficient processing.
- Trained new staff on phlebotomy techniques and best practices.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Clinical Rotations
Essentia Health
01.2022 - Current
- Behavioral Health: Actively participated in Behavioral Health SWAT team responses and utilized effective de-escalation techniques to manage patient crises in both adult and pediatric units.
- Specialty Care: Supported interdisciplinary teams in high-stakes environments, including Neuro Trauma and Birthing units, assisting with specialized procedures and rapid assessments.
- Primary Care: Delivered essential patient education and coordinated discharge planning within the OB Clinic and Assisted Living settings, focusing on preventative care.
- Foundational: Managed a panel of patients in MedSurg settings, honing skills in wound care, intravenous therapy, and disease management.
Senior Preceptorship: Float Pool
Aspirus St. Luke's
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Provided dynamic, patient-centered care and quickly adapted to changing acuity levels across multiple hospital units (MedSurg, Telemetry, etc.).
- Demonstrated advanced clinical reasoning by managing and coordinating care for a diverse patient load under direct RN supervision.
- Executed advanced clinical skills, including focused assessments, documentation in Epic, and safe administration of various medications.
- 60 Hours
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lake Superior College (LSC)
Duluth, MN12.2025
Skills
- EMR: Epic EMR, Charting, Order Entry, Medication Administration
- Clinical: Venipuncture, Vitals Assessment, IV Insertion Assistance, Medication Administration, Triage, Crisis Intervention (De-escalation), ADL Assistance
- Professional: Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Time Management, Documentation, Patient Advocacy, Adaptability, Specimen handling, Pediatric phlebotomy, Geriatric phlebotomy, Behavior redirection, Client support
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) Candidate (Eligibility upon graduation, Dec 2025).
- NCLEX-RN Pending
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
- Vulnerable Adult Training (VATS) Certified
Timeline
Senior Preceptorship: Float Pool
Aspirus St. Luke's
09.2025 - 10.2025
Direct Support Professional
Northstar Community Services
08.2022 - Current
Clinical Rotations
Essentia Health
01.2022 - Current
Phlebotomist/Client Service Representative
Aspirus St. Luke's
05.2020 - 06.2022
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lake Superior College (LSC)