Dametria Evans
Atlanta,GA
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
UW Medical Center-Montlake
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Manage patient care through Pre Op and all phases of Post Anesthesia care.
- Provide timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Evaluate pain and nausea levels, administering correct dosage of medication and implement interventions to alleviate discomfort.
- Manage care for patients recovering from various medical and surgical procedures.
- Reduce complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Provide 1-1 care for ICU overflow and ICU hold patients
- Float to Outpatient Surgical center and provide care for patients through Pre Op and all phases of post surgical care.
- Educate patients, family members and or caregivers on discharge care instructions
Critical Care Travel RN/PACU, ICU Float
Aya Healthcare/UW Medical Center~Montlake
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed care for patients from Pre Op through all phases of Post Anesthesia Care.
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight for 1:2 patients in a post-operative setting.
- Float to Critical Care Units as needed
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in Critical Care and PACU settings.
- Managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
Critical Care Travel RN/CV-ICU
GQR Healthcare/ LAMC Kaiser Permenente
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed care for patients recovering from "fresh" Open-Heart surgery and other cardiovascular procedures.
- Caring for patients requiring multiple life-sustaining therapies such as ECMO, IABP, CRRT and MTP.
- Administer life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute and chronic illnesses.
- Float to Critical Care, Cardiac Step-Down and ER as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, evidence-based care to high acuity patients in all Critical Care settings.
Critical Care Travel RN/CV-ICU
Freedom Healthcare/Baystate Healthcare
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Manage care for patients recovering from Open-Heart surgery and other cardiovascular procedures.
- Caring for patients requiring multiple life-sustaining therapies such as ECMO, IABP, CRRT and MTP.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Float to Critical Care, Cardiac Step-Down and PCU units as needed.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
Critical Care Trave RN/ICU Float
Cross Country Healthcare/Wellstar
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and optimize patient care in critical situations.
- Managed care for critically ill patients with Covid-19.
- Responded rapidly to changes in patient condition, escalating concerns promptly to medical providers for timely interventions and treatment adjustments.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures like intubations and central line insertions for optimal patient safety and success rates.
- Facilitated patient-family communication using virtual platforms and telephone calls to minimize the emotional toll of isolation during hospitalizations.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Float to all Critical Care Units as needed.
Critical Care Travel RN/Covid-19 Crisis Response
Aya Healthcare/Mission Community Health
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Manged care for high acuity critically ill patients recovering from Covid-19
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Prioritized patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs while discussing any concerning changes or trends with appropriate healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families about disease progression, symptom management, and available resources to facilitate informed decisionmaking.
Registered Nurse/Telehealth and On-site Testing
Withhealth/Black Hawk Studio Productions, Netflix
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Enhanced testing accuracy by following strict procedures and utilizing proper equipment for COVID-19 testing.
- Improved patient experience by providing clear instructions on self-administered tests, ensuring accurate results with minimal discomfort.
- Increased safety measures by adhering to stringent sanitation protocols and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment during COVID-19 testing.
- Administered and interpreted infrared temperature scans, blood samples, and surveys.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in sample collection and storage throughout the entire process of COVID-19 testing.
- Protected individual confidentiality as prescribed by local, state, and federal mandates.
Critical Care Travel RN/Covid-19 Crisis Response
Aya Healthcare/University Medical Center
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Manged care for high acuity critically ill patients recovering from Covid-19.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Prioritized patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs while discussing any concerning changes or trends with appropriate healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families about disease progression, symptom management, and available resources to facilitate informed decision making.
Critical Care Float Pool RN
Emory University Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Float to multiple facilities as needed to provide direct patient care in critical care settings
- Documented treatments delivered and medications administered
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations.
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Critical Care RN/Covid 19 Crisis Response
Aya Healthcare/Interfaith Medical Center
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Manged care for high acuity critically ill patients recovering from Covid-19.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Prioritized patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs while discussing any concerning changes or trends with appropriate healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families about disease progression, symptom management, and available resources to facilitate informed decision making.
Critical Care Travel RN/CV-ICU, ICU FLoat
Aya Healthcare/Jersey Shore University Healthcare
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed care for patients recovering from "fresh" Open-Heart, Heart Transplants, LVAD and other cardiothoracic surgeries.
- Caring for patients requiring multiple life-sustaining therapies such as ECMO, IABP, CRRT and MTP.
- Advanced hemodynamic monitoring and titrating of vasoactive medication to maintain patient stability.
- Utilized pa catheters, central lines, arterial lines, pacemakers and dysrhythmia interpretation to implement nursing interventions.
- Managed care for patients recovering various medical conditions and surgical procedures in a critical care setting
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
Critical Care Travel RN/Cardiothoracic Care Unit
Freedom Healthcare/Central Maine Medical Center
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Managed care for patients recovering from "fresh" Open-Heart, Heart Transplants, LVAD and other cardiothoracic surgeries.
- Caring for patients requiring multiple life-sustaining therapies such as ECMO, IABP, CRRT and MTP.
- Advanced hemodynamic monitoring and titrating of vasoactive medication to maintain patient stability.
- Utilized pa catheters, central lines, arterial lines, pacemakers and dysrhythmia interpretation to implement nursing interventions.
- Managed care for patients recovering various medical conditions and surgical procedures in a critical care setting
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
Critical Care Registered Nurse/CV-CIU, MICU
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
03.2010 - 01.2019
- Managed care for patients recovering from "fresh" Open-Heart, Heart Transplants, LVAD and other cardiothoracic surgeries.
- Caring for patients requiring multiple life-sustaining therapies such as ECMO, IABP, CRRT and MTP.
- Advanced hemodynamic monitoring and titrating of vasoactive medication to maintain patient stability.
- Utilized pa catheters, central lines, arterial lines, pacemakers and dysrhythmia interpretation to implement nursing interventions.
- Managed care for patients recovering various medical conditions and surgical procedures in a critical care setting
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Certification
- BLS, expires 12/2024
- ACLS, expires 04/2026
- CCRN, expires 10/2026
Education
01/2008-12/2009 Associate of Science, Nursing, Gordon State College
O8/2004-07/2007 Associate of Science, Pre-Nursing, Atlanta Metropolitan College
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
UW Medical Center-Montlake
09.2023 - 08.2024
Critical Care Travel RN/PACU, ICU Float
Aya Healthcare/UW Medical Center~Montlake
12.2021 - 08.2023
Critical Care Travel RN/CV-ICU
GQR Healthcare/ LAMC Kaiser Permenente
08.2021 - 11.2021
Critical Care Travel RN/CV-ICU
Freedom Healthcare/Baystate Healthcare
06.2021 - 09.2021
Critical Care Trave RN/ICU Float
Cross Country Healthcare/Wellstar
02.2021 - 05.2021
Critical Care Travel RN/Covid-19 Crisis Response
Aya Healthcare/Mission Community Health
01.2021 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse/Telehealth and On-site Testing
Withhealth/Black Hawk Studio Productions, Netflix
12.2020 - 01.2021
Critical Care Travel RN/Covid-19 Crisis Response
Aya Healthcare/University Medical Center
08.2020 - 12.2020
Critical Care RN/Covid 19 Crisis Response
Aya Healthcare/Interfaith Medical Center
05.2020 - 07.2020
Critical Care Travel RN/CV-ICU, ICU FLoat
Aya Healthcare/Jersey Shore University Healthcare
07.2019 - 05.2020
Critical Care Travel RN/Cardiothoracic Care Unit
Freedom Healthcare/Central Maine Medical Center
01.2019 - 06.2019
Critical Care Float Pool RN
Emory University Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2020
Critical Care Registered Nurse/CV-CIU, MICU
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
03.2010 - 01.2019
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