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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN-Procurement Transplant Coordinator
Lifebanc
04.2023 - Current
Coordinates OR with donor hospital staff, preservation staff, and surgical procurement teams
Collaborates with physicians at donor hospital to ensure adequate donor management in donation after cardiac death cases
Responsible for donor care management at Lifebanc Facility for brain death donation cases
Educates hospital ICU staff and hospital surgical staff about donation process and operating room flow
Manages procurement OR, evaluates organ anatomy with surgeons, and facilitates transportation of solid organs to receiving transplant center
Responsible for organ allocation throughout donation process
Works collectively with transplant team from time of consent to procurement to ensure a smooth donation process
Travels to all donor hospitals in Northeast Ohio dependent on case activity
Experience with multiple Electronic Medical Record systems donor chart reviews, case evaluations and case charting
Experience with Microsoft offices (EXCEL, Outlook, and Teams)
Critical Care RN- Team Lead
Bon Secours Mercy Health- SICU
06.2018 - 04.2023
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Monitored and assessed critically ill trauma and surgical patients
Acted as a strong patient advocated from time of admission to time of transfer
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored medication responses
Facilitated massive transfusion protocol with Level 1 and Belmont transfuser
Facilitated CRRT on critically ill patients
Responsible for unit staffing, bed placement, and patient assignments as team lead
Responsible for encouraging and team oriented atmosphere while acting as team lead
Educated new nurses on the nursing process, intensive care protocols, and evidenced based practice
Championed quality improvement initiatives within the unit by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based strategies.
Telemetry RN- Flex Float
Bon Secours Mercy Health
06.2017 - 06.2018
Floated to all telemetry units at St. Elizabeth Main Campus, St. Elizabeth Boardman Campus, and St. Joe's Warren Campus
Recognized and responded to emergency situations promptly, initiating appropriate interventions as per established guidelines within the telemetry setting.
Enhanced patient care by providing continuous monitoring and assessment of telemetry patients.
Maintained accurate documentation of telemetry data, ensuring timely communication with healthcare providers.
Optimized workflow efficiency by assisting with admissions, discharges, transfers, and room assignment processes within the telemetry unit.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Acted as a strong patient advocate from time of admission to time of discharge
Experience with continuous intravenous drips and ventilated patients on more critical telemetry floors