Experienced cardiovascular intensive care charge nurse with 8+ years of dedicated service at Grandview Medical Center. Expertise in caring for patients with life-threatening cardiac conditions and post-operative complications. Committed to improving patient outcomes and experiences through continuous learning and collaboration. Valued member of a diverse and innovative team.
Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
Served as a preceptor for new nurses, providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on the unit.
Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members based on their qualifications, ensuring efficient workflow and optimal patient care.
Managed staffing levels within the unit, ensuring adequate coverage while maintaining high standards of patient care.
Skills:
- Assisting in bedside procedures, including arterial and central line insertion, Swan Ganz, emergent IABP insertion, and external pacemaker insertion.
Responsibilities:
- Setup, operation, and monitoring of IABP devices to optimize cardiac support.
- Management of ECMO systems, including setup, monitoring, troubleshooting, and weaning.
- Operation and monitoring of Impella devices to provide optimal cardiac support.
- Implementation and management of therapeutic hypothermia protocols to protect vital organs.
- Selection and adjustment of mechanical ventilation settings to optimize respiratory support.
- Administration and titration of vasopressor medications to improve blood pressure and cardiac output.
Recovery Expertise:
- Extensive experience in post-operative care and recovery following open heart surgery.
- Proficiency in managing patients undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) and mitral clip procedures.
Note: This resume showcases my strong clinical skills, leadership abilities, and expertise in advanced cardiac care, making me a valuable asset in providing exceptional patient care and contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Assessed patient conditions, developed care plans, and implemented nursing interventions. Provided advanced life support, assisted physicians in procedures, and cared for patients on ventilators, chest tubes, and NG tubes. Administered IV fluids and medications, collaborated with critical care team members, and responded to life-saving situations. Followed nursing standards and protocols, and facilitated post-operative recovery.
Prepared patients for eye exams, assisted in minor procedures, and worked in a team-oriented practice to deliver optimal patient care. Provided preoperative care and education, conducted comprehensive medical histories, checked visual acuities, performed refractions, and conducted special tests including visual fields, fundus photography, OCTs, and corneal topography.