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Rachel Zimmer

Saint Joseph

Summary

Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Ability to thrive in fast-paced Level II/III NICU environments. Utilizes medical knowledge to support infants recovery and manage complex conditions. Delivers evidence-based care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

St. Cloud Hospital
02.2024 - Current
  • Level III code obtained.
  • Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill newborns and premature infants.
  • Assess and monitor vital signs, obtain physical assessments, and administer medications.
  • Manage ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educate parents on infants plan of care, feeding techniques, and developmental milestones.

Nursing Assistant, Surgical Progressive Care Unit

St. Cloud Hospital
07.2021 - 01.2024
  • Answer patient call lights and respond to questions.
  • Work with patients nursing team to provide personalized patient care.
  • Help patients assist and perform activities of daily living.
  • Obtain blood sugar readings, patient vital signs, and I/O
  • EHR documentation

Summer Nurse Intern, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

St. Cloud Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Learning the Registered Nurse role by working alongside a preceptor.
  • Performing care times for the infants, including obtaining vital signs, diaper changes, physical assessments, and bottle feeding.
  • Answering and responding to parent call lights.
  • Working with each patient's care team to help them receive the best possible care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Assumption Nursing Home
03.2019 - 05.2021
  • Respond to patient alarms and needs.
  • Facilitate activities of daily living and preserve patient dignity, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Use mobility devices and transfer equipment to carefully and transport patients.
  • Work with the patient's care team to provide personalized care.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rocori Senior High School
Cold Spring, MN
06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN
12.2023

Skills

  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • Critical thinking and collaboration
  • Ventilator and CPAP management
  • IV therapy and central line management
  • Family education and support
  • Developmental care practices

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, State of MN, License #: 2523459
  • CPR/BLS certified - current
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certified - current

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

St. Cloud Hospital
02.2024 - Current

Summer Nurse Intern, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

St. Cloud Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023

Nursing Assistant, Surgical Progressive Care Unit

St. Cloud Hospital
07.2021 - 01.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Assumption Nursing Home
03.2019 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Cloud State University

High School Diploma -

Rocori Senior High School
Rachel Zimmer