Blake Kocisko
Powell,TN
Summary
Seasoned ICU nurse 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 with strong communication skills in educating patients and families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
UTMCK
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Descriptions of tenure listed below
Neuro/Covid ICU Registered Nurse
Navicent Health
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for critically ill patients in Neuro/Covid ICU.
- Conducted neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to help promptly notify physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Educated patients and families appropriately on medications, discharge instructions, and customized care plans.
- Safely titrated vasoactive medications according to hemodynamic parameters, optimizing blood pressure management for critically ill patients.
Covid ICU RN
University Hospital Augusta
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Administered continuous infusions and medications while monitoring patient reactions to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify critically ill patient needs, ensuring timely interventions and support.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to improved patient outcomes and safety standards.
- Streamlined communication between departments, enhancing collaboration and response times for patient care needs.
Burn ICU RN
Doctors Hospital of Augusta
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Administered advanced burn care treatments and medications to critically ill patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and used the Vigileo monitor to assess changes in condition for timely interventions.
- .Administered CRRT to critically ill burn patients.
- Improved patient outcomes through expert assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plan development for complex burn injuries.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on burn management, recovery processes, and discharge procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams during skin grafting procedures to provide seamless perioperative/postoperative support for patients requiring reconstructive surgeries after burn injuries.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
UTMCK
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for critically ill patients in Neuro ICU.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Utilized advanced monitoring technologies to track neurological status (EVD,Bolt placement/ICP monitoring) and respond to changes promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, demonstrating critical thinking and effective decision-making under pressure.
- Managed complex patient needs while maintaining a calm and efficient work environment during high-stress situations.
- Preceptor for new ICU nurses on unit to help transition then into the RN role while helping them learn protocols and best practices for critical care nursing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, Tennessee, TN12-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, Tennessee, TN05-2018
Associate of Science -
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05-2016
Skills
- Arterial/Central line management
- Intracranial pressure device placement/assessing
- Invasive ICP monitoring
- BLS/ACLS
- CRRT administration/montioring
- Ventilator management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Strong clinical judgment
Timeline
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
UTMCK
02.2022 - 02.2023
Neuro/Covid ICU Registered Nurse
Navicent Health
06.2021 - 11.2021
Covid ICU RN
University Hospital Augusta
01.2021 - 05.2021
Burn ICU RN
Doctors Hospital of Augusta
01.2020 - 01.2021
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
UTMCK
07.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lincoln Memorial University
Associate of Science -
Roane State Community College