Christopher Bates
RN, BSN
Johnstown,United States
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
Lafayette, CO
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained safe environments for patients and staff by adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Increased patient satisfaction through comprehensive pre-and post-procedure education and communication.
- Enhanced efficiency of the Electrophysiology Lab by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Managed emergency situations calmly and professionally, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients experiencing adverse reactions or critical events during their cath lab procedure.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of catheterization lab techniques and best practices through continuous professional development and education initiatives.
Cardiac Cath Lab RN
UCHEALTH Medical Center Of The Rockies
Loveland , CO
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Document treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitor patient while administering conscious sedation.
- Educate family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Emergency Department RN
UCHealth Greeley
Greeley , CO
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Emergency Department RN
Denver Health
Denver , CO
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Emergency Department RN
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
Lakeland , FL
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Interventional Radiology RN
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa , FL
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Medical/Surgical RN
HCA Largo Medical Center
Largo , FL
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Emergency Department Paramedic
BayCare Morton Plant
Clearwater, FL
03.2014 - 01.2018
- Assessed extent and nature of injury or illness to prioritize and establish medical procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Memphis Fire Department
Memphis, TN
01.2008 - 03.2014
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Responded to over 4700 emergency medical calls per year to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Trained new paramedics to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH 08.2018 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL 08.2014 - 12.2017
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Patient care
Vascular Access management
Collaborative teamwork
Ethical practice
Adaptable to change
Emergency response preparedness
Certification
ACLS
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
06.2024 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab RN
UCHEALTH Medical Center Of The Rockies
12.2022 - 06.2024
Emergency Department RN
UCHealth Greeley
10.2021 - 12.2022
Emergency Department RN
Denver Health
05.2021 - 10.2021
Emergency Department RN
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
12.2019 - 05.2021
Interventional Radiology RN
Moffitt Cancer Center
04.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
08.2018 - 12.2020
Medical/Surgical RN
HCA Largo Medical Center
01.2018 - 04.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Petersburg College
08.2014 - 12.2017
Emergency Department Paramedic
BayCare Morton Plant
03.2014 - 01.2018
Firefighter/Paramedic
Memphis Fire Department
01.2008 - 03.2014