Christopher Spitler
Colon,MI
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
ACLS 10/20, BLS 10/20, NIHSS 10/20
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northwest Health Porter Hospital
Valparaiso, IN
03.2021 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
RN Neuro ICU
Renown Health
Reno, NV
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
RN ICU
DuPont Hospital
Ft Wayne , IN
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
RN ICU
Elkhart General Hospital
Elkhart , IN
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
RN ICU
DuPont Hospital
Ft Wayne , IN
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
RN
UNC Lenoir Health Care
Kinston, NC
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse
St Joseph Hospital
Mishawaka, IN
09.2017 - 10.2017
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nurse
Lutheran College of Health Professions
Ft. Wayne IN 08.1989 - 01.1993
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Performing EKGs
Patient and family advocacy
Preventive health
Tracheostomy Care
Patient Management
Care Plan Development
Medical laboratory procedures
Lab result interpretation
Insulin medication assistance
Chest pain management
Medical evaluation
Professional bedside manner
Feeding pumps understanding
Neurology awareness
[Specialization] ICU expert
Critical care
Foley catheters
Collecting vitals
Emotional intelligence
Emergency Procedures
Oxygen saturation standards
At-risk patient care
Procedure preparations
Family Education
Personal care needs
Medication Administration
Infection control measures
Strong clinical judgment
Vaccine administration
IV setup
Direct Patient Care
Evaluations
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Certification
AHA BLS 10/20
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northwest Health Porter Hospital
03.2021 - Current
NIHSS
10-2020
RN Neuro ICU
Renown Health
10.2020 - 01.2021
RN ICU
DuPont Hospital
10.2019 - 10.2020
RN ICU
Elkhart General Hospital
03.2019 - 09.2019
RN ICU
DuPont Hospital
03.2018 - 03.2019
RN
UNC Lenoir Health Care
11.2017 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse
St Joseph Hospital
09.2017 - 10.2017
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nurse
Lutheran College of Health Professions
08.1989 - 01.1993