Compassionate Critical Care Nurse with background in providing care in high-stress environments. Skilled in rapidly assessing patient conditions and developing immediate care plans. Contributed to improved patient outcomes through vigilant monitoring and proactive interventions. Strengths include effective communication, teamwork, and ability to stay calm under pressure.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse
Memorial Regional Hospital
Hollywood, FL
03.2018 - Current
Provide excellent direct patient care in a 24-bed ICU at a level 1 trauma and teaching hospital with a nurse-patient ratio of 1:1 to 2.
Conduct regular assessments of unstable, ventilated, and sedated patients to identify changes, and coordinate appropriate responses.
Manage multiple IV drips and devices to administer complex therapies in a dynamic, critical care setting.
Cross-trained for duty on multiple ICU floors, including CVICU, surgical, and neuro/trauma.
Coordinated with a multi-disciplinary team to implement new CLABSI and CAUTI reduction protocols leading to overall reduction in unit infections.
Precept new hires, and provide instruction during the annual ICU skills check-off as part of the hospital’s clinical ladder.
Provide emotional support to families from a variety of cultures and provide counsel regarding end-of-life decisions.
Server
Sandbar Grille
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10.2015 - 05.2016
Provided friendly, efficient service at a high-traffic beachside restaurant.
Achieved full command of the menu to answer customer questions and anticipate their needs.
Executive News Producer
WPTV-TV
West Palm Beach, FL
11.2013 - 03.2015
Managed all late evening newscast operations, including resource allocation, editorial content, journalism standards, and employee training.
Analyzed newscast ratings using audience metrics to implement strategic newscast restructuring.
Coordinated with the national network and local affiliates in major breaking news situations.
Held top position in the 11:00 time slot for six ratings periods.
Weekend Executive News Producer
WSVN-TV
Miami, FL
01.2013 - 11.2013
Managed three daily high-energy weekend newscasts, maximizing usage of limited weekend resources.
Final authority on editorial content, script accuracy and quality, and skill development of new employees.
Education
Associate Nursing Degree -
Broward College
Davie, Florida
01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
University of Nebraska
Lincoln, Nebraska
01.1993
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Nebraska
Lincoln, Nebraska
01.1993
Skills
Administration and titration of multiple IV drips
Management of equipment and procedures for CRRT and IABP therapy
Hemodynamic monitoring
Central line management
Chest tube management
Blood transfusion
Time management
Communication and empathy
Use of the EPIC EMR computer system
Certification
ACLS
BLS
NIHSS
Credentials
ADN
Organizationsvolunteeractivities
American Association of Critical Care Nurses
Light The Night – Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetes – American Diabetes Association