Cristina Matias
Elgin,IL
Summary
Registered Nurse with nearly four years of ICU/PCU experience, including one year of specialized CVICU experience. Skilled in caring for critically ill patients, including postoperative cardiac surgery, trauma, and neurosurgical patients. Experienced in mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and titration of vasoactive medications. Seeking a travel ICU/PCU nursing position where I can apply my critical care experience and adapt to new clinical environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Elmhurst Hospital
Elmhurst, IL
02.2023 - Current
- Delivered high-acuity, patient centered care in a 39-bed mixed ICU/PCU, managing patients with complex medical and surgical conditions
- Mentored newly hired nurses by providing clinical guidance, hands-on training, and support during orientation
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for critically ill patients
- Operated and monitored advanced medical equipment, including mechanical ventilation, intra-aortic balloon pumps, invasive monitoring systems, and continuous renal replacement therapy equipment
- Provided comprehensive postoperative care for open-heart surgery patients, including CABG and valve procedures, ensuring stability through monitoring of cardiac output, chest tubes, temporary pacemakers, hemodynamic status, and vasoactive infusions
Inpatient Service Representative
Elmhurst Hospital
Elmhurst, Illinois
08.2018 - 02.2023
- Efficiently managed high volume of calls, addressed patient inquiries, and scheduled appointments within the department
- Supported daily operations of the critical care department by organizing work areas, maintaining essential supplies, and promoting an orderly, welcoming environment for patient and families
Patient Care Technician
Elmhurst Hospital
Elmhurst, Illinois
12.2015 - 08.2018
- Delivered compassionate, hands-on patient care in a fast-paced Level II Trauma ICU/PCU.
- Enhanced patient mobility and skin integrity through repositioning, transfers, ambulation, and routine skin assessments, contributing to pressure injury prevention
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL01-2023
Skills
Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT)
Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)
Postoperative CABG and valve replacement care
Temporary pacemaker management
Chest tube management
Trauma and neurosurgical critical care
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Illinois 041.540042
- Basic Life Support, American Red Cross
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Red Cross
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Elmhurst Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Inpatient Service Representative
Elmhurst Hospital
08.2018 - 02.2023
Patient Care Technician
Elmhurst Hospital
12.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing