REBECCA A. SCHINDLER
Shakopee
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with solid background in patient care and clinical procedures. Successfully managed patient assessments and treatment plans, ensuring optimal healthcare outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in team collaboration and effective communication with patients and families.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Clinician
Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute
03.2020 - Current
- Educated patients on self-care management practices, empowering them to take control of their health at home.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing their clinical skills and decision-making capabilities.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and tailored interventions accordingly.
- Observed, recorded and evaluated patient symptoms, reactions and daily progress to inform assigned physicians of concerns.
- Taught patients and families how to manage illness and injury by explaining post-treatment care needs, diet and nutrition programs and proper medication self-administration procedures.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through open communication channels, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing care provided.
- Served as a liaison between patients, caregivers, providers offering guidance support throughout each step along their healthcare journey.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse Clinician
Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient treatment strategies.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills in making clinical decisions that best supported overall health outcomes for patients served.
- Provided compassionate care to patients in various stages of illness, supporting their emotional and physical wellbeing.
- Monitored patient charting to facilitate complete, accurate patient records using Epic.
Registered Nurse
Allina Health Abbott Northwestern Hospital - Telemetry
04.2013 - 11.2018
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for patient management.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, enhancing efficiency in emergency room operations.
- Assessed and documented patients' conditions to maintain accurate medical records and facilitate effective treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Northwest Medical Center
01.2013 - 04.2013
- 30 bed Neurological floor
- Care for patients with neurological conditions including: CVA’s, spinal complications and surgeries, seizures, dementia, Alzheimer’s, brain tumors, brain injuries etc
- Monitor vitals, labs, EKG’s, and telemetry monitors
- Administer medications via PO, Topical, Injections, and IV (peripheral and central lines)
- Monitor surgical incisions for infection, dehiscence and healing
- Administer, monitor, and titrate heparin drips per facility protocol
- Insert and monitor for any complications of foley catheters
- Provide teaching to patients and family members to allow for smooth home transition
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and staff to provide quality of care
- Provide nursing care to 5 patients with their complicated medical conditions each shift
Registered Nurse
United States Navy Reserves
11.2010 - 08.2014
- Work in the medical department providing care to over 900 reserve individuals
- Complete physical health assessments to reservists to monitor health status
- Monitor vitals, administer immunizations, perform blood draws
- Teach and guide enlisted members within our unit
Registered Nurse
John C Lincoln Deer Valley Hospital
10.2012 - 01.2013
- 30 bed Medical, Surgical and Orthopedic floor
- Care for patients with a variety of medical conditions including: pancreatitis, appendicitis, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, colitis, COPD, asthma, influenza, ETOH, etc.
- Provide care and emotional support to 5-6 patients and their families each shift.
Registered Nurse
Minnesota Masonic Homes
03.2010 - 09.2012
- Transitional Care Unit is a 60 bed rehabilitation floor
- Care for patients with a variety of medical conditions and post-op surgical patients: CHF, COPD, stroke, cancer, sepsis, various joint replacements, CABG, spinal, etc
- Continuously assessing any patient on blood thinners for s/s of bleeding
- Provide care and emotional support to 10 patients and their families each shift
- Precept new nurses on the floor
Certified Nursing Assistant
Minnesota Masonic Homes
03.2006 - 03.2010
- Assist nurses and provide to 10 patients each shift after recovering from various surgeries and illnesses
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Minnesota School of Business
Richfield, MN12.2009
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Health promotion
- Cardiac Care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
Certification
- Active RN License in Minnesota R-193591-2
- Active RN License in Arizona RN176452
- Certified in BLS, ACLS, TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse Clinician
Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute
03.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse Clinician
Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute
11.2018 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Allina Health Abbott Northwestern Hospital - Telemetry
04.2013 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse
Northwest Medical Center
01.2013 - 04.2013
Registered Nurse
John C Lincoln Deer Valley Hospital
10.2012 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse
United States Navy Reserves
11.2010 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse
Minnesota Masonic Homes
03.2010 - 09.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Minnesota Masonic Homes
03.2006 - 03.2010
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Minnesota School of Business
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