April Aaron
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Thomas E. Creek Veterans Hospital
Amarillo, TX
11.2021 - Current
- I have had the pleasure of working with our Nation's heroes in the ICU setting.
- I have experience with caring for both medical and surgical patients. Managing oxygen modalities, drips, invasive devices, and aiding in decreased anxiety and fear during the patient's stay.
- I have experience administering a vast array of medications via oral, IV, inhalation, IM, SQ sites and monitoring safety and effectiveness of medications.
- I communicate effectively with providers to facilitate safe and timely recovery. Moreover, I recognize and address potential problems to promote early interventions and overall patient satisfaction.
- Provide skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Investigate and resolve issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Perform frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Consistently maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitate therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Perform intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Demonstrate flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Offer exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Maintained certifications in CCRN, ACLS, BLS
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit/Float Pool
Northwest Texas Hospital
Amarillo, TX
02.2017 - 11.2021
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Worked in ICU setting as well as in a float pool setting. While in float pool, I gained experience and skills caring for adult, pediatric and neonatal populations. During this time I maintained certifications in PALS, NPR, ACLS, BLS.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit, IMC, Tele
St. David's Round Rock Medical Center
04.2011 - 02.2017
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Worked in multiple nursing modalities during my time at Round Rock Medical Center. I had the pleasure of working in Telemetry, IMC and ICU; thus, I have vast knowledge and experience managing many different diagnosis.
- I have experience on a telemetry unit managing cardiac, respiratory and post catheterization patients. Also, being a level II trauma facility,. I gained experience with pain management, facilitating early mobilization and managing post-op patients.
- In ICU I gained experience in managing, trouble-shooting and overseeing many vasoactive drips, assisting with invasive procedures, monitoring and supporting patients on a ventilator.
- Maintained certifications in TNCC, ACLS, BLS
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10.2014
Skills
Strong Clinical Judgment
Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
Accurate Documentation
Attention to Detail
Cardiac monitors
Routine Examinations
Chronic Disease Management
Patient Care Assessment
Clinical judgment
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Certification
- ACLS- Advanced Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- CCRN- Critical Care Registered Nurse (National certification)
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Thomas E. Creek Veterans Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit/Float Pool
Northwest Texas Hospital
02.2017 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit, IMC, Tele
St. David's Round Rock Medical Center
04.2011 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University