1. Elsa Renthal RN, BSN, BA
3220 SW Fairmount Boulevard
Portland, OR 97209
503.805.1219
elsa_renthal@hotmail.com
Profile
I’m self-motivated, excellent at time management, and possess strong written and
verbal communication skills. As a registered nurse for the past 13 years, I am eager
to work in a position where I can promote patient wellness through knowledge,
empowerment, and advocacy.
Throughout my career, I have served diverse populations, from veterans, to inmates,
to injured workers. My goal is to continue to serve a broad constituency, provide
quality care and exceptional nursing hrough my employment.
Case Management Experience
RN at Genex Services, LLC
Portland, OR ~ 7/2013 – 9/2016
 Responsible for assessment, planning, coordination, implementation and
evaluation of injured/disabled individuals involved in the medical case
management process.
 Utilized clinical and nursing skills to help coordinate individual treatment
programs while maximizing cost containment.
 Arranged discharge and long term planning in conjunction with hospital staff
for individuals with catastrophic injuries discharging home or to skilled
nursing facilities.
Community Involvement
Project Access NOW – Non-profit organization that connects individuals in need of
medical care with health care providers.
Portland, OR ~ 1/2013 – 6/2013
RN Case Reviewer
 Performed initial case reviews of client charts for specialty care referrals.
 Utilized clinical knowledge to ensure that cases were within the medical
scope of practice.
Portland Youth Builders (PYB) – Non-profit organization committed to educating
and training low-income and at risk youth to becoming active members of the
community.
Portland, OR ~ 5/2013 – 6/2014
 Participated in “mock interviews” of PYB students applying for jobs.
 Provided personal and professional feedback for future interviews and life
skill choices.

2. Clinical Experience
RN, Maxim Staffing Solutions
Portland, OR ~1/12 – 4/12
 Hired through Maxim to work at the Oregon State Hospital, an inpatient
psychiatric hospital.
 Performed nursing assessments and administered medication.
 Treated patients emergently who experienced acute crises.
RN, Multnomah County Detention Center and Inverness Jail
Portland, OR ~ 7/2008 – 7/2011
 Obtained health histories, performed nursing assessments, and triaged the
medical and mental health needs of the inmate population for clinic visits
with the health care provider.
 Worked closely with the medical and psychiatric teams to create care plans
to ensure patient safety.
RN, Pacific Northwest Renal Services, Twin Oaks Dialysis Center
Beaverton, OR ~ 3/2008 – 5/2008
 Performed nursing assessments and accessed patients’ fistulas, grafts, and
catheters.
 Initiated dialysis treatment and conducted individualized patient teaching in
coordination with the health care team.
RN, Legacy, Good Samaritan Hospital - Progressive Cardiac Care
Portland, OR ~ 10/2005 – 5/2007
 Treated patients pre and post open-heart surgery and during cardiac
interventional procedures (femoral sheath removal, cardioversions).
 Experience as a nursing student preceptor.
RN, Portland VA Medical Center - Acute Care/Medical Surgical Unit
Portland, OR ~ 8/2003 – 6/2005
 Cared for patients with acute and chronic illnesses and monitored cardiac
status with telemetry.
 Participated in daily team meetings, which focused on care plans and quality
outcomes for patients.
Education
University of Portland, Portland, OR Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing, 2003.
University of Oregon, Eugene, OR Bachelor’s of Art in Art History, 1997.
Licensure
State of Oregon, 200341753RN, active
State of Washington, RN6018094, active
References available upon request