Christina Hicks
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with 15 years of comprehensive experience, including 14 years in emergency nursing at a Level 1 Trauma Center and 10 years in critical care ground transport. Expert in utilizing advanced medical equipment such as ventilators, multiple titratable IV drips, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), Impella devices, and arterial lines. Holds a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus on Nursing Leadership and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Committed to delivering exceptional patient care, working effectively in high-pressure environments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialty Care Transport Nurse
JFK EMS
Edison, NJ
02.2015 - Current
- Provide critical care during ground transports, ensuring the stability and safety of critically ill or injured patients.
- Utilize advanced medical equipment such as ventilators, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), Impella devices, and titratable IV drips to manage patient conditions.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and administer emergency medical treatments, including airway management and medication administration.
- Collaborate with EMS personnel, physicians, and receiving facility staff to ensure seamless patient transitions and continuity of care.
- Maintain meticulous patient records, documenting all care provided during transport to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies.
- Participate in regular training and simulation exercises to maintain readiness and proficiency in emergency care techniques.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Shore Care
Wall, NJ
03.2012 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in emergency situations, performing assessments, diagnostics, and treatment.
- Managed critical cases, including trauma, cardiac events, and respiratory emergencies, with precision and efficiency.
- Coordinated with emergency medical services (EMS) and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless patient transitions and care continuity.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and hospital policies.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of emergency department protocols and procedures.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Neptune, NJ
10.2010 - 05.2023
- Charge Nurse - Lead a team of nurses in the emergency department, ensuring high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.
- Triage patients effectively, prioritizing care based on the severity of injuries and medical conditions.
- Administer advanced life support measures, including intubation, defibrillation, and intravenous therapy.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, surgeons, and specialists, to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Train and mentor new nurses and nursing students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Neptune, NJ
01.2009 - 10.2010
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to post-operative cardiac patients, including those with ventilators, chest tubes, and telemetry monitoring.
- Conduct detailed patient assessments, develop individualized care plans, and implement appropriate interventions.
- Monitor and interpret telemetry data to detect arrhythmias and other cardiac abnormalities, ensuring timely intervention.
- Manage ventilators and provide respiratory care, including suctioning, weaning protocols, and patient education on breathing exercises.
- Perform chest tube management, including monitoring drainage, maintaining patency, and ensuring proper function.
- Administer medications, titrate IV drips, and manage pain control in accordance with physician orders and patient needs.
- Educate patients and families on post-operative care, medication management, and lifestyle modifications to support recovery.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team, including physicians, cardiac surgeons, respiratory therapists, and physical therapists, to coordinate patient care and discharge planning.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and hospital policies.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kean University
Union, NJ01-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ12-2008
Skills
- Advanced patient assessment and critical thinking
- Emergency and trauma response
- Ground transport protocols and procedures
- Ventilator management and airway support
- Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) and Impella device operation
- Management of multiple titratable IV drips
- Arterial line insertion and monitoring
- Leadership and team management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient and family education
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), NJ
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
- National Institue Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Timeline
Specialty Care Transport Nurse
JFK EMS
02.2015 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Shore Care
03.2012 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
10.2010 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
01.2009 - 10.2010
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership
Kean University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kean University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ocean County College
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