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, MN06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN12.2023
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
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