Rikki Ringo BSN, RN
Nampa
Summary
Compassionate charge nurse with nearly 10 years of inpatient acute care experience. Skilled in patient care coordination, conflict resolution, and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Adept at being a leader and resource to staff, managing workloads, and maintaining a positive work environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse, Telemetry/Stepdown Unit
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
Nampa, ID
02.2020 - Current
- Coordinated patient care on the unit through making appropriate and fair staff assignments
- Ensured smooth work flow between admissions, transfers, and discharges by analyzing appropriate patient bed placements, nurse workloads, and by following unit policies and procedures
- Served as a leader and resource for all staff to ensure optimal patient care and compliance with hospital policy
- Resolved conflicts between staff members, patients, or family members
- Acted as liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and the entire disciplinary team to foster open communication between all parties involved in patient care
- Anticipated staff needs, addressed concerns, assisted with difficult tasks, and ensured staff breaks and meals were taken appropriately to maintain a positive work environment and reduce burnout
- Trained to place ultrasound guided IVs to assist in difficult IV insertion patients
Registered Nurse, Medical Oncology Unit
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
Boise, ID
12.2018 - 01.2020
- 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.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kingman Regional Medical Center
Kingman, AZ
02.2015 - 12.2018
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Precepted new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kingman Regional Medical Center
Kingman, AZ
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mohave Community College
Lake Havasu City, AZ12.2014
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Care Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Issue Resolution
- Nursing Expertise
- Patient Care Standards
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
- ACLS
- NIHSS
Timeline
Charge Nurse, Telemetry/Stepdown Unit
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
02.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical Oncology Unit
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
12.2018 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kingman Regional Medical Center
02.2015 - 12.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kingman Regional Medical Center
08.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mohave Community College