Lauren Reed
Colorado Springs
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive acute care and perioperative expertise, adept in patient assessment, IV therapy, infection control, and evidence-based education. Proficient in managing high-acuity situations and coordinating interdisciplinary care while providing essential support to patients and families during challenging medical events. Seeking to transition into Mother/Baby and Labor & Delivery nursing, leveraging a solid foundation in safety, clinical judgment, and compassionate, family-centered care to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to continuous professional development and delivering exceptional healthcare services.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Support Inc
01.2024 - Current
- Manage a high-volume caseload of 150+ individuals, providing comprehensive clinical oversight, care coordination, and patient advocacy.
- Coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams, including providers, nursing staff, pharmacies, and support services, to ensure continuity and safety.
- Conduct weekly clinical reviews of medical records, medications, and care plans using EHR systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Identified and reported clinical care gaps weekly, escalating concerns to the interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Skyline Eye Surgery Center
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted pre-op assessments for 30+ patients weekly and provided post-op education on recovery protocols using hospital guidelines.
- Successfully performed IV starts for over 30 patients a day.
- Improved patient safety by implementing infection control best practices for a case load of 15-20 patients and providing educational handouts on post-operative care.
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Skyline
02.2023 - Current
- Provided compassionate bedside nursing care to diverse patients, ensuring comfort and support during critical recovery periods.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments for a caseload of 15-19 patients daily, administered medications accurately, and coordinated care with a multidisciplinary team.
- Collaborated with nursing staff, physicians, and allied health professionals to develop and implement individualized patient care plans, enhancing overall patient wellness outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Dignity Health Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Bakersfield, CA
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Provided bedside care for up to 15-30 patients daily, monitoring vital signs, assisting with hygiene, and facilitating mobility to enhance comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with a team of nursing staff in acute care units to support patient care by conducting timely assessments and improving communication through regular team huddles.
Newborn Hearing Screener
Dignity Health Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
Bakersfield, CA
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Conducted mandated hearing screening tests for over 50 newborn infants weekly, ensuring early detection of hearing issues.
- Conducted educational sessions for 50+ parents on the importance of hearing screening and early intervention strategies.
- Recorded patient information and documented hearing screen results for 20+ newborns daily using Electronic Health Records (EHR).
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Leesville, LA01.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Leesville, LA01.2022
Skills
- BLS Certified
- Patient & Family Communication
- Clinical Assessment & Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Care Coordination & Case Management
- Medication Administration & Safety
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Clinical Judgment & Critical Thinking
- IV Therapy & Venipuncture
- Pre- and Post-Operative Care
- Infection Control & Sterile Technique
- Pain Management
- Wound Care
Certification
- Registered Nurse License, 1693087, CO - expires 2027-09-30
- Basic Life Support, American heart Association - expires 2026-07-31
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Support Inc
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Skyline Eye Surgery Center
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Skyline
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Dignity Health Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
03.2018 - 11.2019
Newborn Hearing Screener
Dignity Health Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
02.2016 - 03.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana