Dedicated ICU Clinical Nurse at Children's National Medical Center, adept in hemodynamic monitoring and committed to patient safety. Enhanced unit efficiency through collaborative initiatives and mentorship, leading to improved patient outcomes. Passionate about health promotion and skilled in interdisciplinary coordination, ensuring comprehensive care for critically ill patients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intensive Care Unit Clinical Nurse
Children's National Medical Center, CNMC
06.2006 - 01.2025
Actively participated in continuous professional development opportunities, staying current with advances in critical care nursing best practices.
Streamlined communication between staff members by implementing standardized hand-off processes to minimize information gaps during shift changes.
Utilized advanced hemodynamic monitoring tools such as arterial lines or Swan-Ganz catheters when caring for patients experiencing cardiovascular instability.
Managed ventilator weaning protocols for patients transitioning back to spontaneous breathing following extubation success rates.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and clinical symptoms, identifying potential complications early on.
Promoted teamwork among staff by leading collaborative initiatives aimed at improving overall unit efficiency.
Administered medication accurately, monitoring patient responses and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
Provided timely, accurate documentation of all patient interactions, nursing interventions, and changes in clinical status to facilitate seamless continuity of care.
Educated patients and families about complex medical conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies to promote informed decision-making.
Mentored new nurses in the ICU setting, providing guidance on clinical skills and techniques for effective patient care management.
Registered Nurse/Injectional ART and PrEP Coord. at Children's National Medical Center, CNMCRegistered Nurse/Injectional ART and PrEP Coord. at Children's National Medical Center, CNMC