Casey Fike
Madison,AL
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 8 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments, offering expertise with critical care specialty. I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I have great willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I believe that team work is essential in the care of a patient.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baptist Medical Center East
06.2015 - 03.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop individualized treatment plans based on specific patient needs and goals.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
ICU Charge Nurse
Baptist Medical Center East
03.2018 - 11.2020
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Managed staffing assignments for each shift based on patient acuity levels, ensuring adequate coverage for all areas of the ICU.
- Facilitated rapid response situations by quickly identifying deteriorating patients and alerting appropriate personnel for intervention measures.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Managed critically ill patients on multiple vasopressors.
- Set up and managed arterial lines.
- Managed critically ill patients on insulin drips.
- Managed critically ill patients post surgical intervention including but not limited to post op colon resections, fem pops, and carotids.
- Managed critically ill patients during COVID-19.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
Nursing Supervisor
Baptist Medical Center East
11.2020 - 11.2022
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by conducting regular unit assessments and process improvements.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Assigned patient's to appropriate care areas.
- Served as a resource for staff that needed help with various skills such as IV insertion, NG tube insertion, foley insertion, etc.
- Responded to every code blue, rapid response, and stroke alert.
- Maintained a positive attitude while consistently demonstrating the ability to problem solve under pressure.
Assistant Nurse Manager, ICU
Baptist Medical Center East
11.2022 - Current
- Increased patient satisfaction by implementing individualized care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Streamlined nursing operations for efficiency and quality improvement by conducting regular audits and addressing areas of concern.
- Enhanced staff competency by developing and delivering targeted training programs, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and professional growth opportunities for nursing staff.
- Managed scheduling to ensure optimal coverage while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff members.
- Assisted in budget management, optimizing resource allocation to maximize patient care quality without compromising fiscal responsibility.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient experience and satisfaction levels.
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert E.Lee High School
Montgomery, AL05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Auburn University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL05.2015
Skills
- Ultrasound guided IV insertion
- Time Management
- Central Line Management
- Arterial Line Management
- Ventilator Management
- Organizational Skills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Airway Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Advanced Life Support
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager, ICU
Baptist Medical Center East
11.2022 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
Baptist Medical Center East
11.2020 - 11.2022
ICU Charge Nurse
Baptist Medical Center East
03.2018 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baptist Medical Center East
06.2015 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Robert E.Lee High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Auburn University-Montgomery