Hi, I’m
Dominique Pilkinton
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a Critical Care Nursing position. Recent clinical experience in intensive care procedures and patient treatments. Competent in ventilator support, wound care and assisted feeding. Equipped to handle needs of critically ill patients and skilled in providing care standards and safety protocols.
Overview
2
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Valley Health System Las Vegas, NV
Clinical Nursing Student
08.2022 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing complications related to ventilator use, central line infections, and pressure ulcers.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the critical care unit, resulting in increased efficiency and improved patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
Spanish Hills Wellness SuitesLas Vegas, NV
Occupational Therapy Assistant
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Managed caseloads effectively while prioritizing the needs of each individual patient.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and enhancing their commitment to therapy goals.
- Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in Skilled Rehabilitation settings.
- Contributed to team success by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues as needed for optimal patient care delivery.
Education
Arizona College of NursingLas Vegas, NV
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
04.2024
Pima Medical InstituteLas Vegas
Associate of Applied Science from Occupational Therapy Assistant
08.2018
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Telemetry monitoring
- CPR/AED
Certification
- RN license NV
- ACLS
- CPR
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Spanish Hills Wellness Suites
01.2023 - Current
Clinical Nursing Student
Valley Health System
08.2022 - 04.2024
Arizona College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Pima Medical Institute
Associate of Applied Science from Occupational Therapy Assistant