Christopher LaCosse
CAPE CORAL,FL
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience in emergency departments at Lee Health System and Community Health Systems, CHS. Expert in EKG interpretation and trauma care, demonstrating exceptional clinical reasoning and compassionate patient support. Skilled in medication administration and airway management, ensuring optimal patient outcomes under high-pressure situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lee Health System
10.2021 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration in charge RN role
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Health Systems, CHS
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Consistently maintained composure under pressure while quickly assessing traumatic injuries and initiating life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with traumatic injuries, ensuring accurate diagnoses and timely initiation of appropriate interventions for optimal outcomes.
- Treated patients requiring stabilization and resuscitation for variety of illnesses and injuries.
- Provided compassionate support to patients' families during difficult times while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of The Florida Keys
Key West, FL08-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Florida Keys
Key West, FL12-2019
Skills
- EKG Interpretation
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Medication Administration
- Airway Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lee Health System
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Health Systems, CHS
07.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of The Florida Keys
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Florida Keys
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