Danielle Roshka
Palm Harbor,FL
Summary
Highly skilled and compassionate Critical Care RN with three years of experience specializing in post-operative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients. Expert in managing complex cases including open-heart surgery, heart and lung transplants, ECMO, VADs, and advances hemodynamic monitoring. Proficient in titrating vasoactive drips, managing mechanical ventilation and responding to rapidly changing patient conditions with precision and composure. Dedicated to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes in high-acuity setting.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiothoracic ICU Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized care plans for patients with complex life-threatening conditions in a high-acuity ICU environment.
- Collaborate closely with intensivists, perfusionist, respiratory therapist, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver individualized, evidence-based care for patients with cardiogenic shock, advanced heart failure and post-cardiac surgery support needs.
- Provide comprehensive critical care to patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) VA and VV support, Impella, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), and ventricular assist devices (LVAD and RVAD) including initiation, monitoring, troubleshooting and weaning.
- Preform advanced hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation management, and continued renal replacement therapy (CRRT) as indicated.
- Management of cardiac and lung transplant patients including monitoring for graft rejections, infections, complications and the side effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
- Precept and monitor new ICU nurses in ECMO management and evidence-based critical care practices.
- Oversaw patient assignments, staffing adjustments, and workload distribution to maintain optimal nurse-to patient ratios as a relief charge nurse for CTICU.
Certified Veterinary Technician
The Vet Clinic of Palm Harbor
11.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with veterinarians on treatment plans for patients with chronic conditions, resulting in improved quality of life for pets.
- Provide patients for anesthesia, including physical assessment, IV catheter placement, and pre-medication administration.
- Select, set up and maintain anesthesia machines, ventilators and monitoring equipment.
- Collect and process laboratory samples (blood, urine, fecal, cytology).
- Operate diagnostic imaging equipment (x-ray, ultrasound).
- Provide nursing care, wound management, educate clients on preventive care, nutrition, and home treatment.
Patient Care Technician
BayCare Medical Group
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Upheld strict infection control measures to minimize risks associated with hemodialysis treatments for both staff members and patients alike.
Education
Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
St. Petersburg 12-2021
Skills
- Critical care nursing
- Invasive hemodynamic monitoring
- Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Advanced airway management
- Postoperative care expertise
- Compassionate care
Timeline
Cardiothoracic ICU Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
BayCare Medical Group
04.2020 - 05.2022
Certified Veterinary Technician
The Vet Clinic of Palm Harbor
11.2014 - Current
Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
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