ANNA KAY DELISSER
Colorado Springs
Summary
I'm a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care. I'm loyal and sincere, I've been in the healthcare field since 2013 and still continues to learn each day. I exceed in patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. I have proven throughout my career to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. I've continued to develop strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. I aim to demonstrate effective communication and critical thinking. I goal is to aim high in leadership and enhancing patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Francis Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
- Managed unit needs as Charge Nurse, supervised RNs, LPN's and nurse aides. Admit and discharge patients
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Communicate with Physicians about patient needs
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients in rehabilitation settings
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care as needed
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
L.P.N/RN Floor Nurse
Laurel Manor Care Center
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Participate in patient care planning
- Administered medications safely according to physician orders, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or interactions among drugs.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Actively sought opportunities for continuing education relevant to my role as a floor nurse in order maintain up-to-date knowledge about emerging trends within the profession.
L.P.N.
St. Andrews Village
04.2013 - 06.2017
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO12.2018
Nursing - Practical Nursing
Pickens Technical College
Aurora, CO12-2015
H.S. Diploma -
Harrison High School
Colorado Springs, CO01.2007
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Wound care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- EMR systems
- Care planning
- HIPAA compliance
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Critical thinking
Professionalorganizations
Colorado Nurses Association, December 2024
Licensescertificates
- R.N., 1659337
- CPR/BLS (RQI)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Francis Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
L.P.N/RN Floor Nurse
Laurel Manor Care Center
08.2017 - 06.2019
L.P.N.
St. Andrews Village
04.2013 - 06.2017
H.S. Diploma -
Harrison High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pueblo Community College
Nursing - Practical Nursing
Pickens Technical College
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