Staff Nurse Cardio Thoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU)12/2020 to CurrentCompany NameCity, StateSame as the tasks at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, in addition to advance hemodynamic monitoring (swan-ganz catheters), hypothermia protocols, train of four/paralytics, IABP, Impella, post-op CABG and other cardiac surgeries; COVID-19 ICU.
Staff Nurse- Interventional Cardiology/ Electrophysiology/TEE08/2017 to 12/2020Company NameCity, StateProviding pre and post procedural assessment and documentation. Prepping and assisting cardiologist and electrophysiologist with procedures (Stent placement, TAVR, Mitral clip, loop recorders, pacemakers, watchmen, ablations, ICDs cardioversion, TEEs) Documentation per hospital guidelines, management of vasoactive drips. Cardiac emergencies. Patient education on discharge and follow-up care.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns. Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies. Participated in continuing education programs and workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge. Active member of the Unit Practice Committee.
Staff Registered Nurse ( Surgical Intensive Care Unit)06/2008 to 08/2017Company NameCity, StateProviding care to patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, intracranial bleeding, gunshot, MVC, multisystem failure, orthopedic injuries, bowel obstruction surgeries, blunt chest trauma, shock, sepsis, ETOH/Drug overdose, organ donation. MICU/CCU float. Physical assessment and documentation according to hospital guidelines. Cardiovascular emergency management; ACLS. Monitoring post-op vitals, hemodynamic monitoring, set up and management of PCA pump, vasoactive drips reviewed and implemented post-op orders; orienting patients and family members to the unit. Peripheral line placements and ABG withdrawals. Ventilator management, suctioning and tracheostomy care. Tube and TPN nutrition. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. Ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Disciplined and energetic while quickly establishing rapport with patients and colleagues. Preceptor. Chair of Unit Practice Council.
School Nurse (Per diem)09/2007 to 06/2013Company NameCity, StateAdministration of medications, tube feedings, tracheostomy care, catheterization. Assessment of vital signs. Assist Doctor during month visits. Documentation and record keeping. Conducting asthma and hand washing presentations. Involvement in IEP meetings.
Staff Registered Nurse (Surgical Intensive Care Unit)09/2006 to 10/2007Company NameCity, StateSame as Jamaica Hospital Medical center with the exception of preceptorship and chair of Unit Practice Council.
Master of Science: Family Nurse Practioner2020Long Island University-PostCity, State, USA
Bachelor in Applied Science: Nursing2008New York City College of TechnologyCity, State, USA
Associate of Applied Science: Nursing2006New York City Collrge of TechnologyCity, State, USA
