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Rachael Weinzetl

Big Lake

Summary

Dynamic registered nurse with extensive experience at Annandale Public Schools and St. Cloud Hospital, adept at developing individualized health plans and educating families on health topics. Proven ability in medical assessment and infection control, while effectively advocating for patients' needs. Recognized for exceptional decision-making and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient wellbeing.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed School Nurse

Annandale Public Schools, ISD 876
11.2022 - 06.2025
  • Oversaw health services for a middle and high school with a combined 1000 students and faculty.
  • Worked with student's multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
  • Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
  • Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
  • Coordinated and performed health screenings for students by conducting vision and hearing evaluations.
  • Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Developed individualized health plans and emergency care plans for students.
  • Educated students and families on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.

Registered Nurse, Neuroscience/Spine Unit

St. Cloud Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2022
  • Served as a unit RN on both the Neuro/Spine and Neuro Progressive Care units. Trained and intermittently worked as a charge nurse and unit resource nurse.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or neuro surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with a multidisciplinary team on patient status, changes and as a patient advocate.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed.
  • Provided wound care and other nursing procedures, including EKG interpretation and management of drains.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Explained course of care, medication side effects, and discharge instructions to patients and families in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Mentored a new graduate RN in their first year post graduation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Rasmussen College
St. Cloud, MN
01-2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rasmussen College
Minnesota
12-2016

High School Diploma -

Annandale High School
Annandale, MN
05-2012

Skills

  • Licensed RN
  • Medical assessment
  • Nursing care plan development
  • Patient education
  • Infection control practices
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Decision-making

Certification

  • Licensed School Nurse - MN File Folder #1023917
  • Public Health Nurse - License #32906
  • Registered Nurse - License #2324522
  • BLS Certified

Timeline

Licensed School Nurse

Annandale Public Schools, ISD 876
11.2022 - 06.2025

Registered Nurse, Neuroscience/Spine Unit

St. Cloud Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Rasmussen College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rasmussen College

High School Diploma -

Annandale High School

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