CHAU LAM
Hollywood
Summary
Experienced registered nurse specializing in PCU/Telemetry with 14 years of experience managing critical care patients and interpreting complex cardiac rhythms. Proficient in implementing evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and streamline care processes, resulting in reduced length of stay and improved unit efficiency. Skilled in trauma care, ACLS, BLS, and progressive care, with a strong focus on educating diverse patient populations for better long-term health outcomes. Seasoned Travel Nurse Telemetry with background in providing high-quality care to patients in diverse healthcare settings. Strong skills in monitoring and interpreting telemetry readings, performing assessments, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrated strengths include exceptional communication, quick decision-making under pressure, and adaptability to new environments and technology. Proven impact on improving patient satisfaction and streamlining nursing practices for better efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AGENCY NURSE PCU/TELEMETRY FLOAT POOL
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Sunrise
05.2024 - Current
- Float between multiple hospitals in South Florida region including HCA Florida: Westside Regional Hospital, University Hospital, Woodmont Hospital, Aventura Hospital, Northwest Hospital.
- Serves as an experienced resource float nurse who is versatile and able to adapt to fill the various needs of each hospital and unit.
- Reviewed critical pathway and multidisciplinary plan of care to execute prescribed interventions.
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY AT LENOX HILL HOSPITAL
Northwell Flexstaff
New York
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs, pulmonary function tests and stress testing as needed.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Participated in performance improvement initiatives designed to improve quality outcomes within the unit.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment and self-administration of prescribed treatments or medications.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions; modified plan of care based on assessment findings.
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY AT BELLEVUE HOSPITAL
Honor Vet Technologies
New York
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless communication, and optimal treatment outcomes at Bellevue Hospital.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Maintained a safe environment for the delivery of quality patient care; followed safety protocols at all times.
STAFF NURSE/CHARGE NURSE AT TRAUMA STEPDOWN UNIT
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
Aventura
12.2010 - 12.2023
- Deliver exceptional patient care in PCU/Telemetry, ensuring accurate monitoring and swift response to critical changes.
- Collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams.
- Meticulously manage complex patient cases, administering medications and treatments with precision.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for continuity of care.
- Manage critical care patients in PCU/Telemetry, interpret complex cardiac rhythms, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Streamline patient care processes, reducing average length of stay and improving unit efficiency while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Provide compassionate care to diverse patient populations, educating them on post-discharge care and promoting health literacy for better long-term outcomes.
- Implement new evidence-based practices in telemetry monitoring, enhancing early detection of cardiac events and improving patient safety measures.
- Administer patient care, coordinate with medical teams, and ensure compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Managed patient care in trauma stepdown unit, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.
- Trained and mentored new nurses, enhancing team efficiency and knowledge.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Implemented care plans, resulting in improved patient recovery times.
- Conducted regular assessments and adjusted treatments, leading to measurable patient health improvements.
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY AT STRAUB HOSPITAL
Prolink
Honolulu
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care across settings.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Administered medications according to physician orders, monitored effectiveness of treatments and reported side effects or changes in patient's condition.
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY AT KAISER PERMANENTE SOUTH BAY MEDICAL CENTER
American Mobile Nursing Agency
Los Angeles
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Provided supportive counseling through difficult times during hospitalization or illness.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly.
Education
BACHELOR DEGREE - Nursing
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05.2019
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE - Nursing
Broward College
Pembroke Pines, FL11-2010
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE - Business Administration and Finance Concentration
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA05.2000
Skills
- Leadership
- Chest tube management
- Ventilator management
- IV drip titration
- Cardiac rhythm strip interruption
- Telemetry monitoring
- Cardiac care
- Tracheostomy care
Certification
- Progressive Care Nursing Certification PCCN
- Trauma Care After Resuscitation Certification
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification ANCC
- NIHSS Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- FL, RN License, 9316078
- NY, RN License, 872021
- CA, RN License, 95233508
- HI, RN License, 105816
Timeline
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY AT LENOX HILL HOSPITAL
Northwell Flexstaff
10.2024 - 04.2025
AGENCY NURSE PCU/TELEMETRY FLOAT POOL
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
05.2024 - Current
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY AT BELLEVUE HOSPITAL
Honor Vet Technologies
03.2023 - 05.2024
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY AT STRAUB HOSPITAL
Prolink
01.2022 - 03.2022
TRAVEL NURSE TELEMETRY AT KAISER PERMANENTE SOUTH BAY MEDICAL CENTER
American Mobile Nursing Agency
08.2020 - 10.2020
STAFF NURSE/CHARGE NURSE AT TRAUMA STEPDOWN UNIT
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
12.2010 - 12.2023
BACHELOR DEGREE - Nursing
University of West Florida
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE - Nursing
Broward College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE - Business Administration and Finance Concentration
Tulane University
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