Afia Gibbs RN, BSN, CCRN-NIC
Miami,FL
Summary
Highly trained critical care nursing professional accomplished in managing patients' conditions and delivering key treatments. Expert in monitoring health and care to proactively meet individual patients' needs. Fully qualified and certified to care for patients with wide range of histories and care requirements. Versed in Joint Commission standards and nursing process.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Baptist South Miami
Miami, FL
09.2015 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments of neonates and infants in the NICU, including vital signs, growth measurements, and other health indicators.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized patient care plans for neonatal patients.
- Managed emergency situations such as resuscitation efforts and code pink events in the NICU.
- Conducted daily rounds with multidisciplinary teams to discuss patient progress and plan interventions accordingly.
- Assisted with research studies related to neonatal diseases and conditions.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for NICU patients.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while providing direct patient care within the unit.
Neonatal Transport Nurse
Kidz Medical Services
Miami, FL
07.2018 - Current
- Ensured the safe transport of neonatal patients to and from medical facilities.
- Conducted assessments of newborns prior to and during transport.
- Provided emotional support for families in need during transports.
- Maintained detailed records of patient information, including vital signs, medications administered, and any treatments rendered.
- Coordinated with receiving medical staff upon arrival at destination facility.
- Responded rapidly in emergency situations, providing appropriate interventions as needed.
Registered Nurse Shift Supervisor
Homestead Manor
Homestead, FL
11.2011 - 11.2016
- Assigned and supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Coordinated with other departments to provide seamless patient care.
- Monitored compliance with safety protocols, infection control practices, and regulatory standards.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Florida International University
Miami, FL04-2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL08-2011
Skills
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Emergency Interventions
- Life-sustaining machines
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training staff
- Ventilator care
- Medication and IV administration
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Month- June 2023
- Unit Chairperson - Chronic Lung Council
- Charge Nurse Committee
- Surgical Nurse Committee
- Infection Control Committee
Certification
- CCRN- NIC 2020
- Neonatal PICC Inserter
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Neonatal Transport Nurse
Kidz Medical Services
07.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Baptist South Miami
09.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse Shift Supervisor
Homestead Manor
11.2011 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Florida International University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University