Well-qualified registered nurse with extensive experience in cardiac cath lab and critical care settings. Passionate about delivering compassionate patient care with respect to individual patient needs. Open and clear communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities and advanced clinical expertise.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, MAC Team (Hem/Onc Clinic)
Richard L Roudebush Veteran Affairs Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Enhanced teamwork among nursing staff through clear communication, active listening, and constructive feedback.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Developed positive rapport with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Richard L Roudebush Veteran Affairs Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Franciscan Health
01.2015 - 08.2022
Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Monitor patient condition, including interpreting, tracking, and identifying irregular EKG readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Supervise and help manage functions in the Cath Lab, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration in the role of the charge nurse.
Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Implement interventions, including medication and IV administration, and airway management during cath procedures.
Provide exceptional care to multiple high-acute patients needing complex care including call-ins for STEMIs and urgent catheterizations.
Registered Nurse, Critical Care
St. Vincent Heart Center
02.2013 - 12.2014
Provided exceptional care to multiple high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care, pain management, and rehabilitation.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Joseph Hospital
07.2012 - 02.2013
Delivered quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Provided exceptional care to many high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Critical Care
IU Health Methodist Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2012
Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Provided exceptional care to many high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
University Of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
05.2011
Skills
Critical thinking
Patient Advocacy
Precepting
Critical Care
Teamwork
Strong clinical judgment
Compassion and Empathy
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, MAC Team (Hem/Onc Clinic)
Richard L Roudebush Veteran Affairs Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Richard L Roudebush Veteran Affairs Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Franciscan Health
01.2015 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Critical Care
St. Vincent Heart Center
02.2013 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Joseph Hospital
07.2012 - 02.2013
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Critical Care
IU Health Methodist Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2012
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
University Of Indianapolis
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