Chelsey Horne
Ogden
Summary
Highly adaptable Critical Care Nurse with nearly 4 years of high-acuity patient management with irreversible respiratory and cardiac failure requiring transplant. Adept at managing complex multi-organ failure and titrating high-risk vasoactive drips. Eager to leverage strong critical thinking and leadership skills to master open-heart recovery and ECMO circuit management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse III-Charge Nurse
The University of Utah Hospital, MICU
Utah
01.2022 - Current
- Managed critically ill, post-operative, and multi-system trauma patients in a 25-bed Level I Intensive Care Unit, maintaining a 1:1 to 1:2 patient ratio.
- Conducted rapid, comprehensive neurological and hemodynamic assessments, promptly identifying life-threatening changes and initiating aggressive, evidence-based interventions.
- Displayed mastery of clinical knowledge, procedures, and interventions. Applied deep understanding of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and advanced technologies in real-time patient care.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes.
- Mentored and trained new nursing staff and students on Level I ICU protocols, advanced airway management, and hemodynamic monitoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through coordinated efforts.
Registered Nurse-Charge Nurse
South Davis Specialty Hospital
UT
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Cared for long-term ventilated patients with tracheostomies, ensuring adherence to respiratory management best practices.
- Managed acute and chronic wounds, including burns and pressure sores, utilizing dressing techniques and wound vac therapy.
- Led as senior charge nurse, facilitating communication with providers regarding patient care concerns.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and hospital procedures, facilitating smooth integration into nursing team.
Patient Care Technician
Northern Utah Rehabilitation Hospital
UT
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Communicated patient condition changes to registered nurses or physicians, ensuring timely and appropriate care.
- Instructed patients on self-care techniques, promoting autonomy and enhancing quality of life.
- Supported patients in daily living activities, fostering dignity and comfort during bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Nationally Certified Phlebotomist
St. John's Health
WY
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Collected blood samples adhering to safety protocols and proper techniques.
- Coordinated with medical staff to enhance patient flow during procedures.
- Assisted in training new phlebotomists on established techniques and protocols.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Educator
Weber State University
Ogden, UT04-2023
Bachelor of Science - Ogden, UT
Weber State University
Ogden, UT05-2021
Associate of Science - Ogden, UT
Weber State University
Ogden, UT04-2020
Practical Nursing Nursing Certificate - Ogden, UT
Ogden-Weber Technical College
Ogden, UT05-2019
Associate of Science - Jackson, WY
Central Wyoming College
Jackson, WY05-2018
Skills
- CCRN Certification
- Cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring
- Mechanical ventilation and airway management
- Vasoactive and sedative titration
- Sepsis and multi-organ failure protocols
- Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
- Code blue and rapid response protocols
- Chest tube and pacing management
- Advanced dysrhythmia recognition
- ARDS to ECMO readiness
Scholarship And Career Development
- "Educational Inequalities of Novice Nurses Created by COVID-19", 05/01/22 - 04/01/23, Master of Nursing - Nurse Educator thesis project., Scholarly Project Poster., Literature review based on PICOT question., Presentation to Weber State University nursing faculty, content expert, and peers.
- Graduate Residency, 04/01/23 90 hours of guided mentorship by Weber State University nursing faculty., Assisted faculty and students with skills lab and pass off instruction., Face-to-face presentations of critical care concepts such as TBI, CVA, and cardiac arrest., Evidence-based practice guidance hands-on nursing skills within the hospital clinical setting.
Certification
- Critical Care Registered Nurse Certification (CCRN)
2025 - 2026 - Registered Nurse - Utah
License # 11305678-3102 - Advanced Life Support (ALS)
2020 - 2026 - Basic Life Support (BLS)
2016 - 2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse III-Charge Nurse
The University of Utah Hospital, MICU
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse-Charge Nurse
South Davis Specialty Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
Patient Care Technician
Northern Utah Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Nationally Certified Phlebotomist
St. John's Health
01.2016 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Nurse Educator
Weber State University
Bachelor of Science - Ogden, UT
Weber State University
Associate of Science - Ogden, UT
Weber State University
Practical Nursing Nursing Certificate - Ogden, UT
Ogden-Weber Technical College
Associate of Science - Jackson, WY
Central Wyoming College