Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Willis Knighton Medical Center, specializing in critical care and PACU. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Organized and dependable nurse successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Cared for patients in recovery room following surgical procedures and general anesthesia.
Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
Highly efficient at starting IV's.
Educated patients and family members on medical-surgical procedures.
Collaborated with physicians, midlevels and other essential personnel to deliver excellent care.
Cared for unstable post cardiac arrest patients.
Experienced with antiarrythmics, vasopressors, vasodilators and inotropic medications.
Experienced in administering sedation and paralytic medications.
Provided care for patients requiring ECMO, IABP/Impella assistance and continuous renal replacement therapy(CRRT).
Proficient in applying hemodynamic knowledge to provide care for critically ill patients.
Trained to assist physicians with intubation and central/arterial line placement.
Trained in assisting surgeons with beside Sternotomy.
Able to work efficiently in emergency situations and work as a competent team member.
Trained new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
Critical Care
Precepting
Intravenous therapy
Procedure preparations
Patient Discharge
Medication Administration
Patient Monitoring