Charmagne Echtman
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Compassionate and skilled nursing professional with a robust background in critical care. Known for exceptional leadership and communication skills, providing high-quality care for complex patients while ensuring a supportive environment for new nursing staff.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Summerlin Hospital
Las Vegas, Nevada
10.2015 - Current
- Experienced in recovering post operative open heart, post-cath, post interventional radiology, and post-anesthesia patients.
- Monitored, assessed, and reported hemodynamics per protocol and during emergencies to ensure patient safety and optimal recovery.
- Administered and titrated sedation, paralytics, and vasoactive medications.
- Managed patient population with devices including continuous renal replacement therapy, impella, intra-aortic balloon pump, temperature targeted therapy, ventilator management, and ECMO to support critical care needs.
- Precepted new ICU nurses and open heart recovery nurses, facilitating onboarding and skill development in high-acuity environments.
- Supported team operations by stepping in as clinical supervisor.
Registered Nurse, Recovery
Warm Springs Surgical Center
Las Vegas, NV
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies effectively.
- Monitored patient recovery progress after surgical procedures to identify and address complications promptly.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate seamless patient transitions and enhance recovery experiences.
- Educated families and caregivers on post-surgical care instructions to empower them in supporting patient recovery.
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
St. Rose Hospital Siena campus
Las Vegas
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments in the Intermediate Care Unit.
- Cared for long-term ventilator-dependent and tracheostomy patients, ensuring adherence to specialized care protocols.
- Provided care for post operative care specifically to open heart and post-cath patients.
- Managed titratable medication protocols, enhancing patient safety and optimizing therapeutic outcomes.
- Assisted in discontinuing femoral venous sheaths post cath lab procedure.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care strategies.
Registered Nurse, Correctional Facility
Las Vegas Detention Center
Las Vegas, NV
07.2012 - 01.2013
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to inmates with chronic and acute medical conditions, ensuring timely treatment and support.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations involving inmates, administering first aid and CPR to stabilize conditions.
- Aided emergency response efforts to ensure safety of inmates and staff.
- Coordinated with correctional staff to maintain safety during medical procedures, minimizing risks to inmates and personnel.
- Intervened during conflicts between inmates or staff members; acted as mediator when possible.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies regarding inmate transfers or releases from custody; provided appropriate documentation prior to transport.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada, NV 10.2008 - 05.2012
Skills
- Open Heart Surgery Recovery
- Impella management
- Continuous renal replacement therapy
- Intra-aortic balloon pump management
- Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation nursing management
- Preceptor
- Rapid response team
- Relief clinical supervisor
References
- Janice Sunga 808-783-6943
- Stephanie Naegle 702-373-8246
- Allison Donnelly 315-794-3829
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Recovery
Warm Springs Surgical Center
03.2019 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Summerlin Hospital
10.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
St. Rose Hospital Siena campus
01.2013 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse, Correctional Facility
Las Vegas Detention Center
07.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
10.2008 - 05.2012