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Bruna Sarkisian

11900 SW 32nd Lane Gainesville,FL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate ICU nurse for about 11 years at a level 1 trauma center - UF Health. Holding unique experiences such as the privilege to be part of a COVID crisis response team deployed in Texas. Adept in providing appropriate care for patients with a wide variety of complex medical needs. Flexible quick learner who adapts easily to new situations, and continually strives to expands professional knowledge and responsibilities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, ICU

UF Health Shands Hospital
07.2013 - Current
  • Provided RN duties for critically ill trauma, orthopedic, vascular, neurosurgery, urology, liver and burn patients.
  • Responsible for treating 1-2 critically ill patients presenting with conditions such as sepsis, shock, bowel obstruction, traumatic brain injury, ARDS, GI bleed, COPD, renal and liver failure, and complex comorbidities. The surgical population includes patients who are status post-surgical procedures including exploratory laparotomy, small bowel resections, partial and total colectomy, wound debridement for necrotizing fasciitis, ostomy and fistula takedowns, ortho oncology large tumor resections, neurological and orthopedic trauma, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, vascular bypass surgery, limb ischemia, and arterial/venous dissection and spinal surgeries.
  • Provided trauma specific care such as stabilizing critical patients, performing mass transfusion and fluid resuscitation, titrating critical drips by interpretation of non-invasive and invasive hemodynamic monitoring values, Continuous Renal replacement therapy - CRRT, wound dressings and wound vac.
  • Assisted providers with intubation, line insertions, chest tubes, ortho procedures, external ventricular drain and ICP monitoring placement.
  • Provided palliative care and comfort measures during end of life.
  • Received comprehensive cross-training in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) department Nov 2023.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care, pain management and monitoring vital signs.
  • Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.

Registered Nurse, ICU

Krucial Staffing
  • Provided inpatient nursing care to intensive care patients receiving treatment on COVID-19 units.
  • Implementation of proning protocol in patients with Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).
  • Adaptation to new facility protocols paired with split-second decision-making skills ensured continuity in care.
  • Managed mechanically ventilated patients as well as management of paralytics, sedation and vasoactive medications.

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Acute Care

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL
12.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL
05.2013

Skills

  • Excellent teamwork
  • Leadership skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient education
  • Precepting new nurses
  • Ability to evaluate patients as their condition changes
  • Caring and assertive during difficult situations
  • Epic Chart System

Certification

Multistate RN license: RN9363042

CCRN

BLS

ACLS

Languages

English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Registered Nurse, ICU

UF Health Shands Hospital
07.2013 - Current

Registered Nurse, ICU

Krucial Staffing

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Acute Care

University of Florida

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Jacksonville University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Santa Fe College

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