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Bobbie Jean Gunter

Wesley Chapel,FL

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented critical care registered nurse with over 10 years of experience in intensive care settings, providing exceptional care to critically ill patients in Florida under a compact license. Proven ability to excel in high-pressure environments while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety and comfort. Committed to continuous professional development and staying current with the latest advancements in critical care practices. Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer, bringing extensive expertise and compassion to every patient interaction.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Critical Care Registered Nurse

AdventHealth
10.2023 - Current
  • Team based roll involving management of an accredited stroke care team during thrombolytic and acute hemorrhagic interventional procedures.
  • Conducted rapid acute patient assessment during complex procedural processes.
  • Continuous assessment of neurological status before, during, and after procedure for acute and unpredictable changes.
  • Utilization of effective communication with physician to assist in procedural processes including sterilized procedural and radiological equipment.
  • Cultivated strong, effective, and close communication with anesthesia teams, team members, ancillary teams, product representatives, physicians, and family members.
  • Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
10.2022 - Current
  • Facilitated care of critically ill patients in multiple acute care facilities owned by Hospital Corporation of America (HCA).
  • Facilitated optimal oxygenation techniques utilizing invasive and noninvasive ventilation therapies.
  • Managed critical drips including pressers, sedatives and paralytics.
  • Maintained chest tubes, Foley catheters, central lines, peripheral IV catheter placements, and cardiac sheathes including their removal.
  • Expertly assisted in all bedside procedures including emergent code blue and respiratory arrest situations with the intensive care physician and collaborative intensive care team.
  • Worked closely with physical, occupational and speech therapy as well as discharge planning daily.
  • Communicated effectively with all medical care team members daily to improve patient outcomes. Worked closely with family members reassuring them in their time of crisis.
  • Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop individualized treatment plans based on specific patient needs and goals.
  • Monitored and managed care of patient's with acute burn injuries.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Halifax Health
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Managed the care of three medically unstable patients with post traumatic injuries in a fast-paced trauma 2 environment.
  • Guided care utilizing skills such as managing critical drips, ventilation and oxygenation delivery therapies, lab draws and IV placements and maintenance of various drains including JP and accordion, chest tubes and central lines.
  • Astute monitoring of daily laboratory values including electrolyte imbalances and hemoglobin abnormalities for facilitation of blood product infusions.
  • Direct communication with trauma surgical teams.
  • Close communication with family members assisting with resources for post traumatic emotional support.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

BAPTIST Medical Center South
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Managed the care of critically ill Covid-19 positive patients in a facility that contained an exceptionally high volume of delta variant patients during the peak of the pandemic.
  • Rapidly triaged patients as the unit rapid response to transition progressive care and medical/surgical nurses in preparation of the inevitable progression from high-flow oxygenation to mechanical ventilation requiring intensive care.
  • Worked closely with respiratory therapists to manage ABGs and arterial line placements for unstable blood pressures and blood draws.
  • Assisted in intubations and central line placements, ultrasound guided peripheral line placements, and critical drip management including anesthetics, sedatives and paralytics.
  • Proned patients with teams of eight persons per physician orders for improved oxygenation.
  • Acted as charge and rapid response nurse in times of crisis as well as management of code blue situations and invasive critical devices.
  • Communicated with palliative care teams, hospice and closely with family members via computerized technology. Utilized empathy and compassion balanced with a high level of skills to create the most therapeutic environment in an inconceivable set of circumstances.
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
  • Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
  • Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

St. Josephs Hospital
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Critical care float nurse for the intensive patient centered care floors including CVICU, neuro trauma, and MICU in this trauma level 2 hospital.
  • Utilizing flexibility and adaptability to coordinate the management of mechanical ventilators and BiPap therapies including specialized care of ECMO patients while working collaboratively with a perfusionist.
  • Collaborated and assisted in placements of central lines and chest tubes, placement of nasogastric, orogastric, and Dobhoff tube.
  • Monitored for all critical changes including all variants of shock.
  • Assisted in code blue situations and all other emergent situations with a calm and rational demeanor.
  • Communicated with all medical team members to improve the patients overall care and facilitate discharge possibilities in an expeditious manner.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
  • Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing complications related to ventilator use, central line infections, and pressure ulcers.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital
07.2016 - 01.2021
  • Facilitated care of compromised critically ill patients in an acute care teaching hospital setting.
  • Facilitated mechanical ventilator, high-flow, and BiPap therapies including the utilization of prone bed techniques.
  • Critical drip managements including pressers, sedatives, and paralytics.
  • Acutely facilitated care of chest tubes, Foley catheters, central lines, peripheral IV catheter insertions, removal of cardiac sheathes.
  • Assisted in all bedside procedures with intensive care physician.
  • Managed CRRT and balloon pump therapies.
  • Worked closely with physical, occupational and speech therapy as well as discharge planning daily.
  • Communicated effectively with all medical care team members daily to improve patient's condition with special regard to cardiovascular surgical teams.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
  • Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)

Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL

Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL
12.2015

Skills

  • Critical Care Experience (10 yrs)
  • Nursing (16 years)
  • Hospital Experience (12 years)
  • Nurse Management (1 year)
  • Supervising Experience (2 years)
  • EMR Systems (12 years)
  • Patient Care (16 years)

Certification

  • Critical Care Registered Nurse
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • NIH Stroke Certified

Awards

ASN with Honors December 2015, PHI THETA KAPPA December 2015, PSI BETA December 2015

Affiliations

  • American Association of Critical Care Nurses

Timeline

Critical Care Registered Nurse

AdventHealth
10.2023 - Current

Critical Care Registered Nurse

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
10.2022 - Current

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Halifax Health
06.2022 - 09.2022

Critical Care Registered Nurse

BAPTIST Medical Center South
07.2021 - 06.2022

Critical Care Registered Nurse

St. Josephs Hospital
02.2021 - 06.2021

Critical Care Registered Nurse

HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital
07.2016 - 01.2021

Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Pasco-Hernando State College

Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)

Chamberlain University

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