Leann Pond
Wentzville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
St. Luke's Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
- Streamlined communication among surgical team members, facilitating efficient flow of information during critical moments in surgery.
Registered Nurse
DaVita
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Registered Nurse, PRN GI/GU Unit
St. Luke's Hospital
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Ensured safety and well-being of each patient while receiving dialysis treatment.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified physicians to provide collaborative care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Patient Care Technician
St. Luke's Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
Direct Support Professional
Emmaus Homes
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Supply Administration Operation Specialist
United States Marine Corps
11.2011 - 11.2015
- Devised strategies to reduce expenses, modernize operations and revamp procedures to improve institution operations.
- Kept institutions financially sound by tracking expenses and maintaining detailed records.
- Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
- Led a team of 5 as a direct Non-Commissioned Officer to engage in delivering assistance to customer service department on daily basis.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
St. Louis, MO2019
Associate of Arts: Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing
St. Charles Community College
St. Charles, MO2017
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient assessments and vital signs
- Infection control and aseptic procedures
- Charting and clinical documentation in Cerner, Epic, Chairside, and eCubeClinicals
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Education
- Care Plan Development
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
St. Luke's Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
DaVita
06.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse, PRN GI/GU Unit
St. Luke's Hospital
11.2021 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
02.2020 - 06.2023
Patient Care Technician
St. Luke's Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2020
Direct Support Professional
Emmaus Homes
11.2016 - 01.2018
Supply Administration Operation Specialist
United States Marine Corps
11.2011 - 11.2015
Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Arts: Bachelor’s of Science - Nursing
St. Charles Community College
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