Desiree Slis
Medina
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in critical care and vascular access. Demonstrated ability to perform with urgency and to assess specific based patients needs while delivering the appropriate course of treatment. Proven history of advocating for patients and fostering top-quality care
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
University Hospital Case Medical Center
Cleveland, OH
04.2023 - Current
- Performed vascular access procedures employing ultrasound technology to improve patient comfort and increase procedural effectiveness.
- Instructed patients on post-procedure care and potential complications to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Ensured accurate documentation of vascular access procedures within electronic health records to uphold compliance standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure patients receive appropriate recommendations for alternative access when necessary.
- Utilized ultrasound technology to perform blood draws, ensuring optimal vein access and minimizing patient discomfort.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University Hospital Case Medical Center
Cleveland, OH
11.2009 - 05.2023
- Provided advanced life support and ensured continuous monitoring of critical patients to maintain optimal health outcomes.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Monitored and delivered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders to support patient health.
- Advocate for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Float to various ICU units depending on staffing needs. These units include Medical ICU, Cardiac ICU, Trauma ICU, Neuro ICU and Cardiothoracic ICU.
Travel Registered Nurse
Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
San Diego, CA
03.2009 - 10.2009
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing care outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens and improving health literacy.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Washington, DC
06.2008 - 02.2009
- Oversaw individualized patient care, enhancing and restoring health through comprehensive nursing processes.
- Monitored patient health status through regular assessments, alerting supervising clinician to any identified abnormalities.
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in rapidly changing situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Coronary Care Unit
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
10.2005 - 06.2008
- Managed the care of patients with Intra aortic ballon pumps.
- Administered care to patients with Swan-Ganz catheters, ensuring accurate monitoring and management of hemodynamic status.
- Assist with cardioversion
- Monitored and evaluated the health status of patients on continuous renal replacement therapy, implementing necessary interventions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs in high-acuity settings.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff, contributing to their successful integration into the unit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH09-2020
Skills
- Maintaining sterility
- Clinical decision-making
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Vascular assessment
- Promoting patient well-being
- Ultrasound-guided Access
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Effective multitasking
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
University Hospital Case Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University Hospital Case Medical Center
11.2009 - 05.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
03.2009 - 10.2009
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
06.2008 - 02.2009
Registered Nurse, Coronary Care Unit
Cleveland Clinic
10.2005 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University