Kourtni Resch
Medicine Hat,AB
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care. Works well with a team, as well as independently. Willing to provide care to diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals and interdisciplinary team members to advance patient care. Seeking opportunities to expand skills and knowledge, while facilitating both personal and systemic growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Alberta Health Services
04.2020 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
Student Nurse - Emergency Preceptorship
Alberta Health Services
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
- Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing critical support to healthcare team and contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Alberta Health Services
01.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Used the NIH stroke scale to score potential and confirmed stroke patients, monitored patients' ECG and telemetry strips closely to ensure optimal care was provided.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB06.2021
High School Diploma -
Crescent Heights High School
Medicine Hat, AB06.2016
Skills
- Vital signs and physical assessment monitoring
- Accurate documentation using connect care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Task prioritization and time management
- Health Promotion
Certification
- Basic Life Support, 10/2024
- NIH stroke scale
- Epidural anesthesia management
References
- JaraLee Schafer, Team Lead 5 East, 403-529-8828
- Maria Bohnet, Nursing Preceptor, 403-878-2037
- Carmelita Currie, Personal Relationship, 403-977-1127
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Alberta Health Services
01.2022 - Current
Student Nurse - Emergency Preceptorship
Alberta Health Services
09.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Alberta Health Services
04.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Lethbridge
High School Diploma -
Crescent Heights High School
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