Babashola Aremu
Oviedo,FL
Summary
Dynamic and Experience Critical Care RN with a Master of Science in Nursing and ongoing doctoral nursing practice program with a proven track record as a Registered Nurse. Seeking a teaching or management position where expertise in critical care and dedication to patient well-being can contribute to the growth and process of the healthcare team. Quick-thinking Critical Care Registered Nurse with 14 years of experience in Critical Care specialization. Adept at providing immediate care and working closely with staff to ensure successful practices. Committed to best-in-class departmental communication and accurate triaging. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Implemented evidence-based practice protocols to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations. Evaluated new equipment prior to use in order to ensure safe operation.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Managed life sustaining treatments such as ventilator support or dialysis therapies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency within Critical Care Unit and increasing overall hospital performance levels.
- Performed advanced life support measures during emergency situations, contributing positively to high survival rates for critically ill patients experiencing cardiac arrest or other life-threatening events.
- Provided life-saving interventions for critically ill patients, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
RN Traveler
Sutter Health Medical Center
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Maintained accurate records of patient medical histories, treatments, medications, test results.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
- Adhered to infection control protocols such as proper hand washing techniques.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered intravenous medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Travel RN
Brigham and Women Hospital
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Assessed and monitored patient vitals, such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Administered complex medication regimens safely, adhering to established dosages and schedules to prevent adverse effects or drug interactions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, providing emotional support during difficult moments and fostering trust in the care provided.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements through continuing education opportunities relevant to critical care nursing practice areas.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing knowledge of critical care best practices and procedures.
Travel Registered Nurse Covid 19 Emergency Staff
Saint Agnes Medical Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for COVID-19 patients.
- Enhanced patient care by providing specialized travel nursing services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Utilized telehealth technologies to deliver remote consultations and assessments, expanding access to healthcare services during the pandemic.
- Contributed to emergency response efforts by joining a dedicated COVID-19 Emergency Response Team.
- Educated patients on preventative measures and proper hygiene practices, reducing the spread of infection within communities.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions related to COVID-19 treatments and protocols, staying abreast of current best practices in nursing care during the pandemic.
- Mitigated hazard potential from patients with communicable diseases.
Travel Nurse, COVID-19 Emergency Response Team
Banner Boswell Medical Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Coordinated travel arrangements for emergency response team members to COVID-19 hot spots.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Implemented infection control measures including proper hand hygiene techniques when entering and exiting rooms.
- Facilitated medication management, monitoring for side effects.
- Reviewed lab results, imaging studies, and other reports prior to making decisions about patient care plans.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Provided medical care and support to patients with confirmed or suspected cases of the virus.
- Performed diagnostic tests, such as chest X-rays, EKGs, and blood draws.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to advanced life support protocols and directives.
- Enhanced patient care by providing specialized travel nursing services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Covid 19 Travel Registered Nurse
Tucson Medical Center
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Identified potential risks associated with infectious diseases such as COVID-19 and implemented appropriate safety protocols.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergent situations arising within the unit such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
RN, Step Down Critical Care
UF Health
02.2018 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists, case managers and physicians during treatment, examination and testing.
- Assessed and monitored patient's condition by performing physical examinations, analyzing test results, and evaluating patient responses to treatments.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Provided direct care for orthopedic patients including wound care, administering medications and injections, and assisting with rehabilitation exercises.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Covid 19 Travel RN
Advent Health Ocala
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for hospitalized COVID-19 patients.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Performed routine laboratory tests on samples from COVID-19 patients, including blood work, urine analysis, and sputum cultures.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Monitored vital signs and other symptoms of patients in the COVID-19 unit.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to advanced life support protocols and directives.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Served as a resource to colleagues by sharing clinical expertise and offering guidance in challenging situations, fostering an environment of mutual professional growth.
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
08.2018 - 09.2018
- Provided direct patient care including administering medications, performing treatments, monitoring vital signs, dressing wounds and providing emotional support.
- Instructed patients on disease, treatment and care plan to enhance quality of life and promote positive attitude.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Reduced complications in critically ill patients through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
- Assessed patient health issues and provided appropriate nursing care.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information in electronic medical records system.
- Administered injections and IV therapy and placed IV catheters.
- Supervised certified nursing assistants ensuring they were adhering to safety protocols while providing basic nursing care services.
Travel Registered Nurse
Advent Health Daytona
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and lab draws according to established protocols.
- Actively participated in unit meetings regarding changes in policy or procedures related to PCU services.
- Instructed patients on disease, treatment and care plan to enhance quality of life and promote positive attitude.
- Evaluated results from laboratory tests performed on patients under my supervision.
- Administered complex medication regimens safely, adhering to established dosages and schedules to prevent adverse effects or drug interactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
Travel Registered Nurse
Adventist Health
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Initiated emergency life-saving measures as needed according to ACLS protocol guidelines.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assisted with insertion and management of central venous catheters, arterial lines, chest tubes, and other invasive devices.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by implementing infection control measures in accordance with hospital policy guidelines.
Travel Nurse
Adventist Health System
07.2016 - 03.2017
- Provided pre-operative, post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients including CABG, Valvular Repair, Replacement, Pacemaker Implantation, Defibrillator Implantation.
- Interpreted complex EKGs accurately assessing rhythm disturbances or conduction blocks.
- Reviewed laboratory results including troponins and electrolytes and reported abnormal values to physicians.
- Identified high risk factors for cardiac events among hospitalized patients through a systematic evaluation of clinical data.
- Assessed patient's vital signs, monitored EKG changes, and reported any abnormalities to physician.
- Administered prescribed medications including thrombolytics, antiarrhythmics, vasopressors, anticoagulants, according to established protocols.
Travel Registered Nurse
Advent Health Tampa
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Initiated emergency life-saving measures as needed according to ACLS protocol guidelines.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assisted with insertion and management of central venous catheters, arterial lines, chest tubes, and other invasive devices.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Leesburg Regional Medical Center
11.2012 - 03.2015
- Administered intravenous therapy treatments as prescribed by physician orders while monitoring patient responses closely throughout the procedure.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Administered injections and IV therapy and placed IV catheters.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with other medical staff such as physicians, nurses, therapists and social workers to ensure the best possible patient care plan was established.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Advent Orlando
03.2011 - 03.2013
- Improved patient safety through close monitoring of infection control practices within the department.
- To reduce hospital-acquired infections, falls, and medication errors for improved patient safety.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Assisted in budget management, optimizing resource allocation to maximize patient care quality without compromising fiscal responsibility.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by staying up-to-date on industry best practices and incorporating them into daily operations as necessary.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork, ultimately improving continuity of care for patients.
- In identifying areas requiring improvement through data analysis; implemented action plans accordingly.
Registered Nurse
Advent Health Orlando
03.2010 - 03.2013
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Performed medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning activities such as arranging follow-up appointments or home health services.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
Savannah, GA03-2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Adventist University of Health Sciences
Orlando, FL09-2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL12-2009
Skills
- Ventilator Management
- Airway Management
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Life-Sustaining Machines
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Compassionate and Caring
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Neurological Assessment
- Evidence-based practices
- Advanced Life Support
- Infection Control
- Wound Care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Student Precepting
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Patient Discharging
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Evidence-Based Practices
- Patient Advocacy
- Continuous Cardiac monitoring
- Patient Examination
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Quality Improvement
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
RN Traveler
Sutter Health Medical Center
01.2023 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
07.2022 - 03.2024
Travel RN
Brigham and Women Hospital
07.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Registered Nurse Covid 19 Emergency Staff
Saint Agnes Medical Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
Travel Nurse, COVID-19 Emergency Response Team
Banner Boswell Medical Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
Covid 19 Travel Registered Nurse
Tucson Medical Center
07.2021 - 08.2021
Covid 19 Travel RN
Advent Health Ocala
04.2020 - 11.2020
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
08.2018 - 09.2018
RN, Step Down Critical Care
UF Health
02.2018 - 07.2021
Travel Registered Nurse
Advent Health Daytona
08.2017 - 02.2018
Travel Registered Nurse
Adventist Health
03.2017 - 08.2017
Travel Nurse
Adventist Health System
07.2016 - 03.2017
Travel Registered Nurse
Advent Health Tampa
03.2015 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse
Leesburg Regional Medical Center
11.2012 - 03.2015
Assistant Nurse Manager
Advent Orlando
03.2011 - 03.2013
Registered Nurse
Advent Health Orlando
03.2010 - 03.2013
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Adventist University of Health Sciences
Associate of Science - Nursing
Daytona State College
- ACLS
- BLS
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