Lauren Bernhardt

Registered Nurse @Centura Health

Denver, CO, US

Regional Flex Team RNProvides exceptional care to the Denver Region. Executes delegated medical functions consistent with the medical plan prescribed by physician. Leads care team by facilitating the coordination and integration of care between health services appropriate to patient. Innovative in nursing practice specific to individual patient needs. Evaluates emergency situations and promptly escalates care to involve key personnel. Coachable, moldable, teachable.• Prioritizes patient’s needs through assessment and education. Advocates for patient within the care model.• Precepts and educates newly licensed RN’s and student nurses.• Conducts Pre-operative and Post-operative care.• Team player with positive attitude, contributing enthusiasm and kindness to my patients and coworkers.• Proficient in EPIC electronic medical record charting and Microsoft Office.• Demonstrates active listening and education about plan of care to patients and family members to diffuse anxiety with tact and ease.• Analyzes reports and data to identify health care problem and create a care plan.Porter Adventist HospitalMedical Oncology RN• Admitted the first COVID-19 patient to Porter Hospital and helped construct, plan and execute successful setup of the first COVID-19 unit to facilitate nursing needs within highly infectious environment.• Developed rapport with patients and families during their chemotherapy and oncologic treatment plan.Parker Adventist HospitalCardiac Stroke RN• Interpreted ECG readings and care for complex cardiac patients. Prepare patients for Cath lab, PCI, Stress-testing, and minimally invasive cardiac procedures.• Voted Chair to the Unit-Based Practice Council to oversee and implement new practices to improve patient satisfaction.• Cared for complex Stroke patients with specific treatment plans, processes and coordination to facilitate the best outcome and support for patient and families.

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Human Nutrition

University of Colorado Boulder

Environmental Studies

Denver College of Nursing

Bachelor of Science - BS, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse