MSN, CRNP, AGACNP-BC, CCRN Resume Example

MIRANDA KOCH

+41 76 123 4567 | [email protected] | Zurich, Switzerland

MSN, CRNP, AGACNP-BC, CCRN

CAREER SYNOPSIS

A dynamic and patient-centered Nurse offering 15+ years of excellence in providing skilled and clinical nursing. Purpose-driven leader, with proficiency in providing preventative and primary care management, optimizing processes, and leading case management. Excel at overseeing resource management and performance to provide stellar customer service, manage expenses, adhere to company policies, and communicate effectively with key stakeholders.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Intensive Care • Cardiovascular Surgical • Adult Gerontologic Acute Care • Advanced Life Support • Patient Evaluation • Pre- and Post-Surgical Care • Preventative Healthcare • Patient Education • Safety and Hygiene • Pain Management • Case Management • Time Management • Therapeutic Communication • Interpersonal Relationships • Critical Thinking • Electronic Medical Record Systems • MS Windows • MS Office Suite • Adobe • Baxter Prisma Flex Equipment (15+ years’ experience)

AWARDS AND HONORS

• Nominee for Daisy Award | Dec 2014
• Recipient of Monthly Patient Safety Award from Patient Safety Officer | Oct 2013
• Recipient of Above Clinical Excellence Award for MPC, MNS, and Supervisor Award | 2011

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & IMPACT

AlpenCare Nephrology Group | Zurich, Switzerland
Adult Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner | Mar 2020 – Present

Take ownership of ordering, performing, and analyzing diagnostic tests, prescribing medication, and treating chronic conditions, such as hypertension, heart disease, and diabetes.

• Influence quality care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team; administer and order medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
• Efficiently and accurately manage acute and chronic medical and behavioral conditions.
• Support the development, implementation, and revision of nursing protocols and standards of care.

Senior Professional Staff Nurse In-Patient Dialysis Unit/Informatics Nurse | 2017 – 2020

Returned to staff nurse to pursue Master’s Degree as a Full-Time Student. Employ the nursing process to develop and implement safe, high-quality, and comprehensive care plans to promote optimal patient outcomes.

• Establish strong credibility as a leader of day-to-day clinic operations; provide leadership for clinical and administrative functions.
• Nurture productive working relationships by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment to patients and colleagues.
• Improve the quality of care and the practice environment by actively participating in unit-based shared governance, and goal setting.

Patient Care Manager Intensive Care Unit and Renal Dialysis Units | Oct 2014 – Feb 2017

Functioned as the Patient Care Manager for a 28-bed Medical and Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit and 6-bay Acute Dialysis Units.  In-house trainer and clinical expert for CRRT for the ICU.

• Taught the new user and advanced clinical concept courses. Provided effective leadership for the Intensive Care Unit and Acute Dialysis; supported the development of programs and best practices in critical care.
• Formed working relationships internally and externally by building teams and relationships through mentoring and modeling uplifting and positive communication.
• Prioritized patient care based on the urgency of patient needs, patient acuity, preference, and available resources.

Institut de Soins Rénaux | Lyon, France
Care Coordinator | Nov 2010 – Oct 2014

Served the role of Charge Nurse of the In-Patient Dialysis Unit. Ensured positive patient experiences, and supported the unit by helping to achieve revenue goals by attracting new patients, managing the administrative and operational functions, and coordinating patient interactions and needs.

• Drove safe, efficient care of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis patients by partnering with multiple hospital disciplines.
• Oversaw the operations of the Unit and On Call Schedule to ensure 24-hour/day coverage of dialysis support as well as re-assignment during low census volumes to increase compliance with Thompson Reuter recommendations.
• Maintained current knowledge in the administration of healthcare organizations to advance nursing practice and the provision of quality healthcare services at the unit level.
• Collaborated across teams to share information and coordinate new ideas at Nurse Practice Quality Council and Sub-Council meetings.

Helsinki Central Hospital | Helsinki, Finland
Registered Nurse | Jul 2006 – Sep 2011

Acted as the Supervisor to facilitate the orientation of graduate nurses as well as seasoned nurses new to critical care. Provided holistic nursing care, emphasizing safety, education, and exceptional patient and family experiences. 

Turku General Hospital | Turku, Finland
Registered Nurse | May 2002 – Jul 2006

Delivered patient-focused care, ensuring accurate assessments of conditions and needs, facilitating the appropriate level of care, identifying potential health problems, and influencing patients to improve health decisions.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

University of Geneva | Geneva, Switzerland | MSN, Adult Gerontologic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner | 2019
University of Oslo | Oslo, Norway | Bachelor of Science Nursing | 2012
University of Applied Health Sciences | Tampere, Finland | Associate Degree | 2002

Certification

AGACNP-BC • CCRN Certification • ACLS Instructor • PALS Provider

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST