Allie Woodruff
Lakewood,WA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated nurse with extensive experience in critical care and post-anesthesia care. Proven expertise in EKG interpretation and hemodynamic monitoring, coupled with a strong commitment to patient education and emotional support. Recognized for reliability and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-Op/PACU Nurse (Staff Nurse)
Puget Sound Proliance Surgery Center
Lakewood, WA
10.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized pre and post-operative care by monitoring pain levels and vital signs.
- Explained recovery steps to post-operative patients for enhanced understanding.
Medical Surgical ICU (Travel Nurse)
Madigan Army Medical Center
Tacoma, WA
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgency collaborating with the healthcare team
Cardiac Step Down (Travel Nurse)
Comanche County Memorial Hospital
Lawton, OK
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care across settings.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, treatments plans, safety measures, medication usage and self-care techniques.
Oncology ICU (Travel Nurse)
Karmanos Cancer Institute
Detroit, MI
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed individualized care plans for each patient based on their medical history, diagnosis, and lab results.
- Performed invasive procedures such as intubation, chest tube insertion, central line placements, and arterial line placement.
Medical Surgical ICU (Travel Nurse)
Valley Medical Center
Renton, WA
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Conducted timely assessments and treatments of strokes utilizing NIHSS at certified stroke center.
- Monitored abnormal brain electrical activity to track symptoms and treatment efficacy.
General ICU (Staff Nurse)
Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center
Bellingham, WA
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines when caring for critically ill patients.
Bone Marrow Transplant/Oncology ICU (Staff Nurse)
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, MD
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Supported bone marrow transplant procedures and established patient care protocols.
- Delivered emotional support to patients undergoing cancer treatments, enhancing their experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2019
Skills
- Reliability and responsibility
- EKG interpretation
- Cardiac monitoring
- Lab result analysis
- Chemotherapy side effect monitoring
- IV insertion
- Ventilator management
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- BLS and ACLS certified
- Clear patient communication
Timeline
Pre-Op/PACU Nurse (Staff Nurse)
Puget Sound Proliance Surgery Center
10.2024 - Current
Medical Surgical ICU (Travel Nurse)
Madigan Army Medical Center
10.2023 - 06.2024
Cardiac Step Down (Travel Nurse)
Comanche County Memorial Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023
Oncology ICU (Travel Nurse)
Karmanos Cancer Institute
11.2022 - 02.2023
Medical Surgical ICU (Travel Nurse)
Valley Medical Center
02.2022 - 10.2022
General ICU (Staff Nurse)
Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center
07.2021 - 02.2022
Bone Marrow Transplant/Oncology ICU (Staff Nurse)
Johns Hopkins Hospital
08.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Michigan State University