Dedicated Registered Nurse with over four years of experience in a high-acuity Cardiothoracic Surgery Stepdown Unit, demonstrating a strong commitment to patient care and clinical excellence. Proven ability to manage complex patient needs, collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and implement evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital, Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit
New York, NY
05.2021 - Current
Performed charge nurse duties
Provided care for telemetry patients on a high acuity 34-bed unit for patients undergoing open-heart surgery procedures such as CABG, LVAD, valve repair, valve replacement, and heart transplantation
Managed patients with chest tubes, epicardial pacemakers, tracheostomies, arterial lines, and vasoactive drips
Prepared patients for surgical procedures
Fortified time management and prioritization skills while caring for 4-5 patients
Attended rounds with the multidisciplinary team to help develop and implement appropriate treatment plans for patients
Assessed and cared for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization procedures
Performed tracheostomy care, wound care, foley catheter insertions, and IV placements
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Long Island University
Brooklyn
12.2020
Skills
Proficient in Epic/EMR Software
Rapid learner
Meticulous attention to detail
IV catheter insertion
Wound care
Effective time management
Creating, implementing, and evaluating care plans
Patient assessment
Effective communication with multidisciplinary staff
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Registered Nurse, New York Board of Nursing License #811211
ACLS, American Heart Association Pending
Languages
English
Russian
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Hospital, Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit