Cherrie Schmidt
Evansville,IN
Summary
Qualified Registered Nurse with comprehensive background in vascular access nursing. Demonstrated track record of providing high-quality patient care and successfully performing intricate PICC line placements. Proven ability to utilize advanced clinical skills and maintain patient safety through effective communication and technical expertise.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Non-Invasive Cardiology Procedures
Deaconess Midtown Hospital
04.2025 - Current
- Assist Cardiologist with TEEs, Cardioversions, and Dobutamine Stress Tests.
WEO Vascular Access Nurse
St. Vincent's Hospital
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Assessed patient's for the appropriate vascular access device.
- Placed PICCs using the Modified Seldinger Technique.
- Placed Midlines using the Accelerated Seldinger Technique.
- Performed US guided Piv placements.
- Performed difficult phlebotomy.
Vascular Access Nurse
Deaconess Midtown and Gateway Hospitals
08.2019 - 02.2024
- Evaluated patients for the best vascular access options and devised the best plan of care for them.
- Used critical thinking skills during the vascular access device selection process to achieve the best outcomes for patients.
- Used the Modified Seldinger Technique to place PICC and Midline catheters for the best results.
- Placed ultrasound guided peripheral IVs.
- Accessed Ports using sterile technique.
- Assessed and implemented care of occluded PICCs and CVCs.
- Performed PICC, Midline, and CVC dressing changes.
- Provided training for beginning Vascular Access nurses.
- Collaborated closely with unit nurses, radiology staff, and clinicians regarding the vascular access needs of the patient.
- Performed phlebotomy for patients with difficult venous access.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
01.2006 - 07.2019
- Served as Charge Nurse.
- Triaged incoming patients and assessed the severity of their injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated emergency situations and implemented appropriate nursing interventions.
- Built cooperative relationships and rapport with patients and actively sought information to understand issues, needs, and expectations.
- Clearly communicated with supervisors, health care providers, patients, and family members about patient needs and progress.
- Demonstrated safe and responsible use of equipment; maintained infection control and safety measures with every single patient contact.
- Provided patients and their family members with relevant instructions and education.
- Assisted physicians with intubation, central line placement, and moderate sedation. Performed IV insertions, port access, and phlebotomy.
- Served as mentor and preceptor for new staff.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Henderson Community College
Henderson, KYSkills
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Documentation accuracy
- Peripheral insertion expertise
- Vascular Access device care
- PICC line dressing changes
- Ultrasound guidance proficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
RN Non-Invasive Cardiology Procedures
Deaconess Midtown Hospital
04.2025 - Current
WEO Vascular Access Nurse
St. Vincent's Hospital
03.2024 - 01.2025
Vascular Access Nurse
Deaconess Midtown and Gateway Hospitals
08.2019 - 02.2024
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
01.2006 - 07.2019
ADN - Nursing
Henderson Community College
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