Andrea Windham

• Facilitated teamwork among crew members through clear communication channels and mutual respect for individual roles and responsibilities.
• Assessed for and detected changes in status of patients and demonstrated proactive approach to solving patient problems.
• Provided compassionate support to patients'' families during difficult times while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
• Enhanced flight safety by conducting thorough pre-flight checks and ensuring proper equipment functionality.
• Ensured comprehensive documentation of patient interactions, treatments, assessments, and outcomes for accurate recordkeeping and continuity of care.

• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
• Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

• Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
• Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
• Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
• Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring quality care and consistency in nursing practices.
• Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
• Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.

I worked in the following areas:

ICU (1998-2002)

CVICU (2002-2006)

Expanded ICU (2008-2016)

Braselton ICU (2016-2020)

BRS ICU/CCU Manager (2020-Feb.2023)

• Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
• Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
• Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
• Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
• Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
• Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.