Brett Dishong
Registered Nurse
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Ambitious Board Certified Registered Nurse with three years of critical care experience and one year of PreOp/PACU. Worked with a diverse set of patient populations including those belonging to Surgical/Medical/Trauma/Neuro ICU. Currently caring for all things orthopedics. Constantly striving to learn new skills and finding new or innovative ways to better help people.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, PreOp/PACU
The Core Institute Orthopedic And Spine Center
Phoenix, AZ
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Start and maintain IV access
- Obtain labs and assist in clearing patients for surgery
- Took vitals and assessed patients in the recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary (e.g. BiPAP/CPAP or breathing treatments)
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 6-8 patients on average in post-operative recovery rooms per day.
- Procedures included but not limited to: shoulder/hip/knee replacements, spinal fusions, ligament repairs, ORIF procedures, arthroscopy, carpal tunnel releases, amputations
- Assist physical therapists/perform physical therapy for patients being discharged home directly from PACU
- Manage Jackson-Pratt or Hemovac drains, arterial lines, central lines, Foley catheters
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Surgical ICU
St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Pre- and Post-Operative care of liver and/or kidney transplant patients. Including post transplant complications.
- Collaborated with transplant educators and coordinators to deliver patient education and care.
- Surgical ICU specialized in liver and kidney transplants, radical neck dissections, colorectal cancer, Whipple procedures, and orthopedics.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Orient and train new nursing staff.
- Unique ICU floor that incorporated 4 separate 8 bed units which included Surgical, Medical 1 and 2, and Trauma. Frequent float experience amongst the various units.
Crew Chief
E9 Motorsports
Tempe, AZ
07.2012 - 10.2017
- Quickly diagnose or predict potential issues with car/team/talent.
- Coordinate with sponsors and event staff to deliver an entertaining competition.
- Seek out and integrate input from other team members to come up with flexible solutions to high pressure situations.
- Execute with limited tools, resources, and unforeseen deadlines.
- Helping to adapt the team to new environments and scenarios.
Volunteer Coordinator
Furever Friends Rescue
Mesa, AZ
05.2010 - 05.2016
- Provided medications & vaccinations, behavior training, diet/health monitoring, as well as animal socialization and exercise.
- Informed the public about common diseases and conditions.
- Community education regarding responsible pet ownership. Helped to advise prospective adopters on animal compatibility with their home life, work schedule, and expected activity level.
- Assisted in training of new volunteers and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Creighton University
Phoenix, AZ 01.2019 - 12.2019
Continued Education -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 01.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 08.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
ACLS, BLS, PALS Certified
Patient and Family Advocacy
Wound Care
Code and Post-Code Patient Care
Assist in Bedside Procedures Including (HD/Central Line Placement, Intubation/Tracheostomy, Endoscopy, and more)
Mechanical Ventilator and Tracheostomy Care
Liver and Kidney Transplant Pre- and Post-Operative Care
Collaborate with Multiple Providers/Teams (Trauma, Neurology, Palliative, Case Management, etc)
Trained New Staff
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PreOp/PACU
The Core Institute Orthopedic And Spine Center
01.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse, Surgical ICU
St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center
01.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Creighton University
01.2019 - 12.2019
Continued Education -
Grand Canyon University
01.2017 - 12.2017
Crew Chief
E9 Motorsports
07.2012 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Arizona State University
08.2010 - 05.2014
Volunteer Coordinator
Furever Friends Rescue
05.2010 - 05.2016