Christopher S. Gilbert
Summary
9 Years of pediatric critical care experience after serving in the United States Coast Guard performing search and rescue and law enforcement operations. I began my medical career by earning my EMT certification in the military and treating search and rescue victims suffering from injuries. I hold several instructor Certifications and teach continuing education for nurses, EMTs, and Paramedics.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Flight Nurse
PHI Air Medical
05.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, planning, and implementing appropriate medical interventions during emergency flights.
- Improved patient outcomes by collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive in-flight medical care.
- Increased patient safety through meticulous monitoring of vital signs and application of advanced life support techniques during critical care transport.
- Streamlined patient transfer processes by coordinating with various hospital personnel and maintaining accurate documentation throughout the transport process.
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
Phoenix Children Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices in pediatric emergency nursing.
- Reduced wait times for patients through efficient triage and prioritization of critical cases.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic and compassionate care to children and their families.
Base Hospital and EMS Outreach Coordinator
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Responsible for (in collaboration with Medical Director) the AZDHS Base Hospital Certification and biennial audit/re-certification.
- Ensures orientation of (in collaboration with Base Hospital Medical Director) PCH ED physicians to Base Hospital policy, online medical direction, and EMS courtesy notification-designated phone.
- Develops and maintains quality metrics, to include audits of records per guidelines/protocols and leading pre-hospital quality management reviews.
- Supports coordination (in collaboration with Professional Practice) of paramedic learner and air ambulance nurse/paramedic clinical rotations in the Emergency Department, PICU, and NICU.
- Coordinate CE eventst in collaboration with the PC Trauma Outreach coordinator.
Clinical Supervisor
Randall Children's Hospital At Legacy Emanuel
01.2017 - 07.2022
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
On Call Adult Emergency Department
Legacy Emanuel Hospital
01.2017 - Current
- Float to 3 different adult emergency departments.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Third Class Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Recipient of Enlisted Person of the Quarter, Recipient Volunteerism Medal
- Provided Emergency medical care and evacuations at sea during search and rescue operations
- Honorable Discharge
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing, Class of 2015
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2024
Skills
- Code and Trauma response
- Preceptor to new staff, student RNs and Paramedics
- Unit Education
- Port and Central line management
- Unit IV super user
- Medication administration including vasopressers, insulin drips, rapid fluid administration, and blood administration
- Urine catheter insertion
- G Tube management and replacement
- Patient Condition Monitoring
Certification
- PALS instructor
- ACLS
- TNCC
- BLS
- Pediatric ITLS Instructor
Timeline
Registered Flight Nurse
PHI Air Medical
05.2024 - Current
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
Phoenix Children Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Base Hospital and EMS Outreach Coordinator
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
06.2023 - 04.2024
On Call Adult Emergency Department
Legacy Emanuel Hospital
01.2017 - Current
Clinical Supervisor
Randall Children's Hospital At Legacy Emanuel
01.2017 - 07.2022
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
08.2015 - 05.2017
Third Class Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
01.2006 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing, Class of 2015
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
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