Akaira Parker
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Resourceful Registered Nurse possessing excellent work ethic, compassion and commendable interpersonal skills. Self-motivated individual with expertise in IMC and Progressive Care Units. Competent in treatments such as: ventilator support, wound care and assisted feeding. Equipped to handle needs of critically ill patients and skilled in training junior staff in care standards and safety protocols.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Valley Health Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts
- Utilized Advanced assessment skills to identify potential complications with early intervention strategies, decreasing morbidity rates among critically ill patients.
- Initiated rapid response protocols for deteriorating patient conditions, stabilizing vital signs and preventing further complications in a timely manner.
- Performed advanced life support measures during emergencies.
- Coordinated upgrades of critically ill patients from PCU to Cardiovascular ICU for specialized care.
- Treated patients with coronary heart disease and provided post-operative care following bypass surgery or heart transplant procedures.
- Managed ventilator settings for patients, closely monitoring respiratory status and making adjustments as needed.
- Managed hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias and other heart conditions by evaluating and monitoring pacemakers and defibrillators.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict adherence to aseptic techniques and protocols.
- Administered IV medications, fixed rate drips, and managed complex wound care for critically ill patients.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient safety and quality of care through ongoing education and training opportunities.
Medical Assistant, Urgent Care
United Health Group
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Obtained vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona College
Skills
- Airway Management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Neurological Assessment
- Cardiac Care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, CPR/AED
- Critical Thinking
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
- Tracheostomy Care
- Chest Tube Management
- Performing EKGs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication and IV administration
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Cerner and E-clinical Works
Accomplishments
Completed Accredited RN Residency Program
Certification
- RN License # 867719
- BLS/ACLS AHA # 205505611074
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Valley Health Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant, Urgent Care
United Health Group
06.2019 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona College
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