Camille Perez

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

West Hills Hospital

07.2007 - 05.2023

Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
Fostered caring, compassionate and respectful care environment by treating every patient with professionalism.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
Managed patient flow effectively through timely placements upon admission as well as coordinating smooth transfers and discharges.
Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.