Cassie Edmondson
West Hollywood,CA
Summary
Accomplished and compassionate Registered Nurse with 10 years of pediatric ICU experience in multiple Magnet recognized, fast-paced hospitals including Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritizing abilities, alongside patient and family advocacy during critical care . Excellent communication and time management skills. Handles tasks with accuracy and efficiency. I am looking for a new experience in healthcare and an opportunity to continue to strive for quality outcomes for patients and their families.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pediatric ICU Float Pool
Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
08.2021 - Current
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs on ICU units with 25-30 beds.
- Prevent the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provide support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, PICU
Ronald Regan UCLA Medical Center
12.2018 - 07.2021
- Manage critically ill patients on PICU/CTICU units of approximately 30 beds
Registered Nurse, PICU
Colorado Children's Hospital
02.2017 - 12.2018
- Manage critically ill patients on PICU unit of 30 beds
Travel Registered Nurse, PICU
American Mobile Healthcare
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Experience working in multiple PICU units across the United States, including large children's hospitals in Nashville, TN, Charlotte, NC, and Dallas TX
Registered Nurse, PICU
John Sealy Hospital, UTMB
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Managed critically ill patients on a PICU unit as a new graduate nurse
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TX2014
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Texas A&M University
College Station, TXSkills
- Complex Problem-Solving and Clinical Judgement in high acuity intensive care units
- Patient and family advocacy, especially in critical situations or end of life care
- Patient Education and Counseling regarding disease processes, medications, and treatment plans
- Facilitate consistent and clear communication between the patient and their family with the entire healthcare team
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pediatric ICU Float Pool
Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, PICU
Ronald Regan UCLA Medical Center
12.2018 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse, PICU
Colorado Children's Hospital
02.2017 - 12.2018
Travel Registered Nurse, PICU
American Mobile Healthcare
02.2016 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse, PICU
John Sealy Hospital, UTMB
02.2015 - 02.2016
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas Medical Branch
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Texas A&M University
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