Catherine Rubis
Perryopolis,PA
Summary
Knowledgeable Critical Care Registered Nurse with superior knowledge of treatments, techniques and diagnostic procedures. Adept at providing immediate and individualized care. Proficient in cerner epic use with proven history of efficient and effective triage. Hardworking and skilled Critical Care Nurse bringing proven skills in managing needs of patients with concerns such as chest pain acute mi. Supports patients continuously using clinical expertise and sound judgment. Effective in emergency situations and critical codes. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Reliable employee seeking full time position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
CareerStaff A Genesis Healthcare
101 East State Street Kennett Square, PA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
- Personalized bedside care and interactions based on cultural backgrounds of different patients.
- Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Highlands Hospital
Connellsville, PA
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
UPMC Mckeesport Hospital
McKeesport, PA
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
- Documented work in cerner and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nurses
Cleaveland, Ohio
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Fastaff Nursing
Colorado City, CO
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in micu sicu critical care units.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Westpenn Allegheny Health System
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2010 - 02.2014
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Documented work in cerner and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
Skills
- Medical Device Monitoring
- HIPAA Education
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Pain Management
- Patient Health Information Access
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- OSHA Safety Expertise
- Swan-Ganz Catheters
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Life-Sustaining Machines
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Discharging
- Emergency Interventions
- Resource Monitoring
- GE Healthcare Centricity EMR
- Patient Monitoring
- Treatment Plan Creation and Revision
- Cardiovascular Intensive Care
- Cerebrovascular Accidents
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Central Line Placement
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Temporary Pacemakers
- Issue Assessment and Monitoring
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Record Updating
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Neurological Assessments
- Tracheotomy Equipment
- After-Care Planning
- PICC Lines
- Hygiene Support
- Emotional Support
- Patient Coping Mechanisms
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
Certification
Westmoreland County Community college critcal care classes 2000.
Iv certified 2000.
Acls renew 11/2022
Bls renew 10/2022
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College Allegheny County
West Mifflin, PA05.1997
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
CareerStaff A Genesis Healthcare
01.2022 - 05.2022
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Highlands Hospital
01.2021 - 11.2021
Critical Care Registered Nurse
UPMC Mckeesport Hospital
01.2020 - 10.2020
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nurses
01.2018 - 05.2019
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Fastaff Nursing
01.2013 - 05.2015
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Westpenn Allegheny Health System
03.2010 - 02.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College Allegheny County
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