DOMINIC BURLINGAME
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Compassionate professional in healthcare with a focus on critical care, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in advanced cardiac life support, patient assessment, and emergency response management. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient care under stressful conditions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Nurse
St. Clair Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in fast-paced emergency settings.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess emergent conditions and initiate appropriate interventions promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Managed emergency equipment and maintained supply inventory for optimal readiness.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided care for critically ill patients suffering from severe cardiovascular conditions, including STEMIs, acute heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and post-cardiac arrest patients.
- Managed equipment like IV pumps, ventilators, CRRT, and mechanical circulatory devices, such as Impella, IABPs, and implanted VADs.
- Cared for and maintained central venous, arterial, and Swan-Ganz catheters.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as bronchoscopy, endoscopy, endotracheal intubation, and cardioversion.
- Evaluated patients' vital signs and laboratory data to determine emergency intervention needs.
Advanced Patient Care Technician
UPMC MERCY
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2018 - 08.2021
- Performed EKGs, peripheral IVs, ultrasound-guided IVs, blood cultures, and point-of-care testing.
- Administered first aid treatment and basic life support to critically ill patients, including CPR and mechanical ventilation.
- Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters, and blood glucose testing.
- Advanced telemetry monitoring certificate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
05-2026
Nursing Diploma -
UPMC
Pittsburgh, PA12.2021
Skills
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Critical care nursing
- Emergency response
- Patient assessments
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
Certification
- RN License
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Emergency Room Nurse
St. Clair Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
12.2021 - 12.2024
Advanced Patient Care Technician
UPMC MERCY
05.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Nursing Diploma -
UPMC