Christopher Curry
Lancaster,OH
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive ICU experience, adept in hemodynamics monitoring and demonstrating exceptional critical thinking. Excelled in reducing patient complications and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. Skilled in both technical procedures and fostering patient trust, showcasing a blend of clinical expertise and compassionate communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mount Carmel East Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked as weekend charge of medical ICU and medical step-down
- Precepted new employees of medical ICU
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
ICU Float Nurse
Cross Country Staffing, Mercy St Vincent Hospital
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Floated to Medical, Surgical, Cardiovascular, and Neuro ICU as needed
- Supported hospital''s mission and vision by consistently providing high-quality, patient-centered care across all assigned units.
- Maintained strong communication with patients and families throughout treatment process, fostering trust and rapport.
- Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating short notice scheduling changes due to fluctuating staffing demands within the facility.
- Managed time effectively to balance competing priorities in high-pressure situations across multiple units.
Registered Nurse ICU
Cross Country Staffing, Central Vermont Medical
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Utilized strong clinical judgment skills in prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels of ICU patients under my care daily routine.
COVID-19 Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Mt Carmel East Hospital
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Monitored hemodynamic stability of critically ill patients using tools like arterial lines, central venous pressure monitoring, and Swan-Ganz catheters.
- Administered lifesaving medications such as vasopressors, sedatives, and antivirals following strict protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to develop comprehensive plans of care for complex patients, improving overall outcomes.
- Supported overall hospital goals by contributing to the development of unit-specific policies and procedures related to the care of critically ill COVID-19 patients.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Aetna
05.2015 - 12.2021
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Advocated for patients'' rights, facilitating access to necessary services and resources within the community.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH12.2009
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Intravenous therapy
- Neurological monitoring
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced Life Support
- Respiratory maintenance
- Endotracheal intubation
- Metabolic function monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mount Carmel East Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2023
ICU Float Nurse
Cross Country Staffing, Mercy St Vincent Hospital
05.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse ICU
Cross Country Staffing, Central Vermont Medical
01.2022 - 04.2022
COVID-19 Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Mt Carmel East Hospital
01.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Aetna
05.2015 - 12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central Ohio Technical College
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