Dea Holt
Riverview
Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) with a 20+ year career history in direct patient care, VAT RN, and NICU transport RN. Care coordination in fast-paced adult and NICU environment. Patient-oriented with diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, vascular access placement , and management of lines. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with NICU, and Vascular Access specialty.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
Advent Health Tampa
10.2023 - Current
- Minimized risks associated with central line insertions by employing ultrasound guidance.
- Assisted in identifying optimal venous access sites based on individual patient factors, promoting successful cannulation rates with minimal complications.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex cases or procedural questions, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Maintained high standards of infection control, adhering to strict aseptic technique during all procedures.
- Reduced complications through meticulous assessment of patients'' needs and appropriate catheter selection.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through active participation in continuing education opportunities.
Registered Nurse
Tampa General
01.2011 - 09.2023
- Neonatal ICU Transport RN
- S.T.A.B.L.E Instructor
- NRP Instructor
- American Heart Association BLS certified
- Computer Charting/ Epic
- Provided compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times.
- Assisted in high-risk deliveries as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing immediate stabilization and resuscitation efforts for newborns in need of critical intervention.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
- Administered prescribed medications to neonatal patients, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or potential complications.
- Educated family members about neonatal health conditions and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their infant''s care.
- Performed complex nursing procedures such as umbilical line placement, PICC placements, and endotracheal intubation with care and accuracy.
- Conducted regular assessments of premature infants'' growth and development, making necessary adjustments to their care plans accordingly.
- Served as an advocate for patient needs by collaborating with physicians to ensure appropriate interventions were implemented promptly when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses to stay current on best practices and emerging trends within neonatal nursing, and neonatal transport.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate patients.
- Trained and mentored new employees on protocols and best practices to promote positive patient outcomes.
- Assessed, and documented changes in patient's condition, prepared, and transported patients to Tampa General NICU for higher level of care.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Registered Nurse
Erlanger/TC Thompson
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Neonatal ICU Transport RN and PICC Team
- American Heart Association BLS certified
- NRP
- PICC placement and care
- Provided compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times.
- Assisted in high-risk deliveries as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing immediate stabilization and resuscitation efforts for newborns in need of critical intervention.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
- Administered prescribed medications to neonatal patients, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or potential complications.
- Educated family members about neonatal health conditions and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their infant''s care.
- Performed complex nursing procedures such as umbilical line placement, and endotracheal intubation with care and accuracy.
- Conducted regular assessments of premature infants'' growth and development, making necessary adjustments to their care plans accordingly.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses to stay current on best practices and emerging trends within neonatal nursing and NICU transport.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate patients.
- Trained new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer, and transported to Erlanger NICU for higher level of care.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Licensed Practical Nurse
East Morgan County Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Medical/Surgical floor nurse
- Assist in level 4 trauma center with medical and trauma patients
- Admit patients into Med-Series 4
- Charting in Care Manager
- Use of Pyxis medication administration system
- American Heart Association BLS certified.
Registered Nurse
East Morgan County Hospital
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Medical/ Surgical floor nurse
- ER nurse assisting in level 4 trauma center with medical and trauma patients
- Admit patients into Med-Series 4
- Charting in Care Manager
- Use of Pyxis medication administration system
- American Heart Association BLS certified.
Clinic nurse
Brush Family Medicine, EMCH
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Assist in caring for clinic patients
- Admitting patients into Med Series 4
- Charting on patients
- Use of Glucometer.
CNA
Sunset Manor
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Provided personal care for elderly, hospice, and Alzheimer clients; and young adults with chronic debilitating conditions.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Morgan Community College
Ft Morgan, Co05.2005
Practical Nursing Certificate. IV certification -
Northeastern Junior College
Sterling, Co06.2004
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient Monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- IV setup
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Family Education
- Precepting
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Maintaining privacy
- EMR / EHR (Epic)
- Procedure preparations
References
References Available upon request
Hobbies and Interests
Member of Student Nurses Organization from August 04-May 05. Member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church since 1980. Hobbies: horseback riding, biking, hiking, the beach, reading, family time.
Timeline
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
Advent Health Tampa
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Tampa General
01.2011 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
Erlanger/TC Thompson
01.2005 - 01.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse
East Morgan County Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2005
Registered Nurse
East Morgan County Hospital
01.2001 - 01.2005
Clinic nurse
Brush Family Medicine, EMCH
01.2001 - 01.2002
CNA
Sunset Manor
01.1998 - 01.2001
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Morgan Community College
Practical Nursing Certificate. IV certification -
Northeastern Junior College