Candice R. Hargraves
Palm Harbor,FL
Summary
Highly skilled healthcare professional with strong background in critical care. Adept at providing advanced patient care, managing emergency situations, and ensuring optimal outcomes. Strong focus on team collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to changing needs. Well versed in patient assessment, life support, and medical equipment operation.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU RN Per Diem
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for diverse patient populations within MICU and SICU
- Administers complex medication regimens and monitors patient responses in a fast-paced, critical care environment.
- Performs emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Conducted thorough assessments of critically ill patients to identify immediate medical needs and interventions.
Travel ICU RN
San Joaquin General Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Care of patients suffering from gun-shot wounds, stabbings and MVA
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Managed life support equipment and administered medications based on patient response and assessment
- Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
Travel ICU/CVICU RN
Providence Alaska Medical Center
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Management of patients in cardiogenic shock on IABP
- Management and setup of CRRT (Nx Stage)
- Recovery of fresh open-heart patients
- PA catheter management and continuous cardiac output
- Management of patients on EKOS
- Titration of vasopressors, inotropes, antiarrhythmics, paralytics, and sedatives as needed
- Care of neuro patients, such as those with EVD drains, bone flaps, strokes
- Care of trauma patients, such as gun-shot wounds, MVA, and stabbing
- Cooling/re-warming of post cardiac arrest patients
Travel ICU RN
Jackson South Miami
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Titration of paralytics, vasopressors, and sedative medications as needed
- Management and setup of CRRT
- Proning of patients in ARDS
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' conditions, identifying potential complications and initiating timely interventions.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment, including ventilators and cardiac monitors, ensuring proper operation and maintenance.
Travel ICU RN
Advent Health Orlando
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Care of intubated patients in ARDS
- Care of patients suffering from STEMI, cardiogenic shock, septic shock
- Titration of paralytics, vasopressors, and sedative medications
- Management of arterial lines, PA catheters, balloon pumps
- Delivery of ACLS protocols in emergent situations
- PA catheters and shooting of cardiac outputs
Travel ICU RN
Essentia Health Fargo
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Care of ICU patients such as those suffering from cardiac arrest, ARDS, COVID
- Care of post CABG patients
- Management of patients on ventilators, vasoactive drips, paralytics, and multiple sedatives
- Proning of pharmaceutically paralyzed/sedated patients
- Care of patients on CRRT and IABP
- Care of patients with EVDs
Travel ICU RN
Phoebe Putney Medical Center
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Assessed and cared for critically ill patients suffering from respiratory failure as a result of Covid
- Managed central lines, arterial lines, and ventilated patients
- Titration of sedatives, paralytics and pressors based on patient’s response
PICU STAFF RN II
Wake Forest Baptist Health
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Care of pediatric patients suffering from motor vehicle accidents, near drownings, large body surface area burns, and non-accidental traumas
- Management of patients suffering from seizure disorders and those in status asthmaticus
- Care of patients with craniotomies, kidney transplants, and repair of congenital heart defects
- Assisted with bedside procedures such as lumbar punctures and emergent intubations
- Management of EVDs, arterial lines, and chest tubes
CICU Staff RN II
Forsyth Medical Center
02.2017 - 08.2020
- Assessed and cared for medically unstable patients such as status post arrests, complete heart blocks, STEMIs, cardiogenic shock, and post CABG patients
- Cared for pre/post heart cath patients and experienced with removal of TR bands and Femoral sheaths
- Titration of vasoactive drips and sedative medications
- Management of invasive monitoring equipment such as pulmonary artery catheters and arterial lines
- Managed patients on medical equipment such as the intra-aortic balloon pump, Arctic Sun, CRRT, and Impella
- 12 lead interpretation
- Experienced with TVPs, ICDs, and PPMs
- Care for vascular patients such as pre/post AAA, CEAs, and Fem/pops
CNA
Sharp Memorial
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Performed ambulation and transferring of post-surgical patients, utilizing lift equipment as needed
- Promoted patient dignity when performing tasks such as diaper changing, bed pan usage and toileting assistance
- Assisted RNs in daily cares, within scope of practice
Student Nurse Extern
Kaiser Permanente
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Assessed and played an active role in the care of acutely ill patients, including those with complex conditions such as sepsis, heart failure, and cardiac arrhythmias
- Monitored medication and monitored appropriate lab values
- Monitored EKG, vital signs, and patient response to medication and interventions
Student Nurse Extern
Rady Children’s Hospital
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Worked directly under the supervision of a preceptor to provide compassionate and direct patient care to critically ill infants and children
- Provided individualized assessment and care of patients and their families
- Monitored EKG, lab values, and watched for any changes in neuro status
- Performed skills such as medication administration, arterial blood gas interpretation, endotracheal suctioning, tracheostomy care, repositioning of ventilated patients, EVD/ICP management, and communication with families of the patient.
Interior Communications Electrician
United States Navy
10.2005 - 10.2011
- Responsible for installation and maintenance of telecommunications, navigational equipment, shipboard alarm systems and security while on board the U.S.S Nimitz and attachment to HSM-41
- Developed strong worth ethics and a keen sense of attention to detail
- Obtained strong leadership skills and the capacity to work under stressful conditions while performing as work center supervisor
Education
BSN -
San Diego State University School of Nursing
12.2016
Interior Communications Electrician - undefined
Military Education
10.2006
Timeline
ICU RN Per Diem
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Travel ICU RN
San Joaquin General Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
Travel ICU/CVICU RN
Providence Alaska Medical Center
09.2021 - 04.2022
Travel ICU RN
Jackson South Miami
08.2021 - 09.2021
Travel ICU RN
Advent Health Orlando
02.2021 - 08.2021
Travel ICU RN
Essentia Health Fargo
11.2020 - 01.2021
Travel ICU RN
Phoebe Putney Medical Center
08.2020 - 11.2020
PICU STAFF RN II
Wake Forest Baptist Health
01.2019 - 08.2020
CICU Staff RN II
Forsyth Medical Center
02.2017 - 08.2020
Student Nurse Extern
Kaiser Permanente
09.2016 - 12.2016
Student Nurse Extern
Rady Children’s Hospital
05.2016 - 08.2016
CNA
Sharp Memorial
06.2015 - 01.2017
Interior Communications Electrician
United States Navy
10.2005 - 10.2011
Interior Communications Electrician - undefined
Military Education
BSN -
San Diego State University School of Nursing
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