ICU Nurse Resume Example VAMC - Arlington, Tennessee

ICU NURSE

Professional Summary

Resourceful ICU Nurse] with over 16 years of experience in healthcare settings. Supervised multiple ICU and several transition to practice student nurses and nursing assistants. Superb technical knowledge and high-level communications skills fostered high-quality care. Highly skilled Intensive Care Nurse with 19 years of nursing experience. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about Clini-Comp charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Dynamic ICU staff nurse bringing 19 years treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. TN Board-Certified Registered Nurse with over 19 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in ICU and acute care units. Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction and continuously driving widespread healthcare system initiatives. Focused on continuously advancing expertise in CABG training while driving innovation. Attentive nursing professional presenting high level of care, patient assistance and skilled nursing care during each shift. Considered hardworking and driven. Ready for new opportunity to apply exceptional nursing skills in ICU and acute setting. Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment
Tracheostomy Care

Intravenous therapy
Medication Administration

Work History

ICU Nurse, 10/2004 to Current
VAMC – Memphis, TN

Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Assessed all medical equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replacement of non-conforming machines.
Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Participated in departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Provided exceptional care to 10 high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 4 patients daily.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of surgical patients in challenging ICU environment.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Recorded details regarding all therapies, including surgical complications and charted on ICU flowsheet/Clini-Comp to keep patient charts updated.
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Cared for patients in 18-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Updated patient charts using BCMA and CPRS with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Managed nine to ten nurses and nursing activities in 18-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 18-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 18 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Administered Accu-chek testing and sent results to physician to create focused treatment plans, adjust treatment and titrated Insulin drip as as needed.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
Directed nursing activities for 5 departments at 18-bed hospital various numbers of employees, providing guidance to nurses to deliver outstanding care and optimal patient satisfaction.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including CABG and AVR and Mitral Valve procedures.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Instruct new employees on the care Post-Operative Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) patients.
Served as an advisor and a mentor to the transition to nursing practice program. This mentorship requires professionalism, patience, tolerance and a well-rounded knowledge base.
Demonstrates expert clinical judgment in patient care procedures
Charge nurse leadership role, patient advocacy, and interpersonal relationships with peers, management and other ancillary department staff.
Skillfully use the nursing process as a framework to create an environment that promotes and supports delivery of care across the continuum and to a broad spectrum of patients.
Instruct new employees on the care Post-Operative Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) patients and patients on the intra-aortic balloon pump.
Assists Bio-Med with providing interactive learning for Vigilance SVO2 monitor.
Standardized the care of Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) patients, by creating flowcharts and SOP. I have created and organized Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), Aortic Valve Replacements (AVR) and Mitral Valve Replacement (MVR) unit standard practices book.
Frequently, utilized as the charge nurse for 18 bed combined ICU unit
Superuser for the Accu-Chek blood glucose system, Life Pak 20 monitor, Clinical Access/Spacelab monitoring system, Edward Life Sciences Vigilance II, Edward Life Sciences EV 1000, Clini-Comp ICU charting system.

RN Staff Nurse, 02/2004 to 10/2017
St. Francis Hospital – Memphis, TN

Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Assessed medical status of patients pre and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing in-patient stay length 80% on average.
Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as 6 patients each day in high-volume floor setting.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
Provided high quality care to approximately 6 patients per day on 24-bed unit
Removed cardiac catheterization sheaths
Monitored and interpreted EKG rhythms strips

RN Floor Nurse, 12/2001 to 02/2003
River Region Health System – Vicksburg, MS

Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Recorded and measured 24 patients' vital signs per night shift, including weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Collaborated daily with 4-person health care team to achieve optimum patient care, boosting patient satisfaction scores 100%.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions, including narcotic administration and follow-up pain interventions.

Education

Master of Science: Biology, 06/2000
Jackson State University - Jackson, MS

ADN: Nursing, 12/2001
Meridian Community College - Meridian, MS

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

VAMC
St. Francis Hospital
River Region Health System

School Attended

Jackson State University
Meridian Community College

Job Titles Held:

ICU Nurse
RN Staff Nurse
RN Floor Nurse

Degrees

Master of Science : Biology , 06/2000
ADN : Nursing , 12/2001

ICU Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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