Afoua Badjaglana
Bennington,NE
Summary
Dedicated ICU Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in medical-surgical nursing and advanced experience managing high-acuity patients requiring mechanical ventilation, multiple vasoactive infusions, sedation, and CRRT. Proficient in invasive hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and rapid response in emergent situations. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and effective interdisciplinary collaboration during complex interventions, including rapid sequence intubation. Seeking to further develop advanced critical care and anesthesia knowledge through a competitive Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) program.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN MICU
Immanuel Hospital
Omaha, NE
03.2024 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive care for patients with sepsis, multi-organ failure, shock states, ARDS, respiratory failure, and post-operative complications in a high-acuity ICU setting
- Managed critically ill patients receiving Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) and 1–4 concurrent vasoactive infusions
- Managed mechanically ventilated patients, collaborating with respiratory therapy to adjust ventilator settings based on patient response and arterial blood gas analysis
- Participated in rapid sequence intubation (RSI), collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to maintain hemodynamic stability through continuous assessment and timely intervention
- Managed and titrated multiple vasoactive infusions (e.g., norepinephrine, vasopressin, epinephrine) using continuous and invasive hemodynamic monitoring to support cardiovascular stability and perfusion
- Independently titrated sedation, analgesia, and paralytics for mechanically ventilated patients using continuous assessment to optimize ventilator synchrony, comfort, and hemodynamic stability
- Performed frequent, detailed neurological, cardiovascular, and respiratory assessments
- Utilized advanced hemodynamic monitoring such as arterial lines to guide clinical decision-making in unstable patients
- Managed patients with invasive lines, chest tubes, and advanced monitoring devices, utilizing data to guide clinical decision-making and optimize patient outcomes
- Provided advanced cardiovascular life support(ACLS) and basic life support to patient experiencing cardiac arrest.
- Precepted new nurses or nursing students
RN Medical/Surgical unit
Immanuel Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Demonstrated foundational nursing skills through effective time management and comprehensive patient care.
- Cared for 5-7 patients with varying levels of complexity. Monitored patients conditions to identify early signs of deterioration. Collaborated with rapid response team to facilitate timely interventions for higher levels of care.
- Provided care for post-operative surgical patients requiring complex pain management and wound care
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Select Rehabilitation
Omaha, NE
01.2016 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations; implement therapeutic exercises and modalities.
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation protocols and home exercise programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
Omaha12-2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE05-2023
Associate Degree in Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Clarkson College
Omaha, NE12-2015
Skills
- Hemodynamic monitoring (arterial line, CVP)
- Vasoactive drip titration (norepinephrine, vasopressin, epinephrine, etc)
- Mechanical ventilation
- CRRT management
- Arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation
- Rapid sequence intubation (RSI) support
- Code blue/emergency response
- Sedation, analgesia and paralytic management
- Fluent in French
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), 2023 – Current
- Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), 2016
Timeline
RN MICU
Immanuel Hospital
03.2024 - Current
RN Medical/Surgical unit
Immanuel Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Physical Therapist Assistant
Select Rehabilitation
01.2016 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Metropolitan Community College
Associate Degree in Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Clarkson College
Observership
CRNA- Nebraska Medicine Omaha,Ne