Compassionate Intensive Care Nurse with four years of experience in critical care and a strong technical proficiency in IV hydration and supporting overall wellness. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal, and multitasking abilities.
Experience
08/2018 to Current
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered NurseProvidence St. Joseph's Health – Palos Verdes Estates, CA,
Managed all facets of critical care including ECMO, CRRT, PA catheters and arterial lines, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, hemodynamics, care and environment to appropriate personnel.
Maintained care for patients in ICU, including implementation of treatment plan, monitoring vitals and administering medications.
Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
Precepted new nurses by teaching unit-based practices and procedures that achieve patient outcome goals while fostering quality care based on the interest and well-being of patients.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
01/2021 to Current
Infusion Registered NurseYale-New Haven Health – Groton, CT,
Educate patients on benefits of all therapies offered and collaborate with client on the treatment plan best suited for their symptoms and goals while considering the facility protocol and ensuring effective client safety.
Conduct a health and physical assessment, including vital signs and previous medical conditions, prior to administering IV treatments.
Establish intravenous access by means of a peripheral IV in a quick and efficient manner to reduce possible client discomfort and deliver treatment plan.
Document all therapies, including medication and fluid administration to keep patient charts up-to-date, and monitor for symptoms of side effects of treatment or infiltration.
Maintain a knowledge of medications offered and manage a fast-paced and sanitary environment while addressing client's questions promptly.
04/2020 to Current
COVID-19 Intensive Care Unit Registered NurseAtrium Health – Concord, NC,
Maintain different devices including ECMO, CRRT, PA catheters and arterial lines, and titrated critical care medications such as sedation, vasoactive agents, thrombolytic therapies and other medications that affect hemodynamics.
Communicate and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to establish and execute a specified care plan for each patient depending on the needs of that individual.
Assess and maintain multiple forms of life-support at one time while prioritizing patient safety and well-being.
Maintain comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, fluctuating for public health emergencies and disasters as needed.
Educate patients' and family members about communicative diseases and recognizing the symptoms of infectious processes.
Advocate for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs,
04/2017 to 08/2018
Cardiac Stepdown Registered NurseVanderbilt University Medical Center – City, STATE,
Supported patients through recovery from procedures, such as cardiac catheterization, coronary bypass, angioplasty and pacemaker surgery.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and encourage patients to implement lifestyle changes to prevent exacerbation or worsening of preexisting conditions.
Identified irregular telemetry readings, initiated corrective action plans, notified the proper medical providers and administered the proper medication.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Skills
Decision-making
Team management
Organizational skills
Working collaboratively
Education and Training
Expected in 12/2016
Bachelor of Science: Nursing Gonzaga University - Spokane, WA, GPA:
3.60 Program GPA, 3.23 Overall GPA
Dean's List: Fall 2015
President's List: Fall 2016
Completed approximately 650 cumulative clinical hours in a variety of different settings including inpatient hospital, obstetrics, psychiatric, and pediatrics.
Certifications
Critical Care Registered Nurse Certification - 2021
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