Laurie Kauppila
Morganton
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient education, medication administration, and critical thinking. Committed to delivering individualized care and supporting patients through their recovery journey.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
HCA Mission Hospital
Asheville
11.2022 - Current
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions to promote understanding and adherence to recovery protocols.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects, and promote recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs, and guiding recovery process.
Registered Nurse Staff, PACU
UNC Blueridge
Morganton
01.2008 - 11.2022
- Monitored patient recovery and vital signs post-anesthesia to ensure optimal recovery in fast-paced environment.
- Administered medications and managed pain control for patients in PACU.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and discharge instructions to enhance recovery and promote safety.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all assessments, treatments, medications, and patient progress in accordance with hospital policy.
- Maintained knowledge of relevant medical treatments through continuing education courses and seminars to provide up-to-date patient care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UNC Blueridge
Morganton
05.2005 - 01.2008
- Delivered direct patient care in fast-paced medical-surgical unit, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to optimize recovery and prevent complications.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to medical-surgical patients, conducting assessments, treatments, and documentation to support quality outcomes.
- Implemented pre, intra-, and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
registered nurse medical/oncology unit
Milford Regional Medical Center
Milford
07.1998 - 02.2005
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Documented patient conditions, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored patient care plans, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering resilience during challenging experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY04-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Becker College
Worcester, MA05-1994
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient monitoring
- Patient education
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Compassion and empathy
Languages
German
Professional
ASL
Limited
Websites
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
HCA Mission Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Staff, PACU
UNC Blueridge
01.2008 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UNC Blueridge
05.2005 - 01.2008
registered nurse medical/oncology unit
Milford Regional Medical Center
07.1998 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Becker College