Edward Boydston
Heber Springs,AR
Summary
Adept at ventilator management and fostering compassionate care, I significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and safety protocols in high-stress environments like CHI St. Vincent Infirmary's ICU. My collaborative efforts with interdisciplinary teams and proficiency in emergency interventions have consistently improved outcomes, demonstrating my commitment to excellence and patient advocacy. Expert rn highly trained 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 training junior staff in care standards and safety protocols.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
01.2009 - 08.2024
- Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
- Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
Registered Nurse House Superviser
South West Regional Medical Center
05.2004 - 08.2008
- Improved patient care by coordinating and supervising nursing staff and ensuring adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
- Ensured adequate supply of necessary equipment and materials, coordinating with inventory managers to mitigate shortages or delays affecting patient care services.
- Facilitated timely discharges by coordinating post-discharge care services such as home healthcare or transfer to skilled nursing facilities.
- Served as a liaison between administration and clinical staff to address concerns regarding workflow efficiency or policy implementation issues.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through regular audits of documentation, infection control practices, and safety protocols.
- Enhanced communication between departments for smooth patient transfers and efficient use of resources.
- Promoted a positive work environment by leading team-building activities and encouraging open communication among staff members.
- Developed strong relationships with physicians to facilitate collaboration in delivering high-quality patient care across disciplines.
- Managed conflict resolution within the nursing team to foster a harmonious working environment that supports effective patient care delivery.
- Contributed to the overall success of the organization by participating in strategic planning sessions and providing input on departmental goals.
- daily staffing of all departments.
- mixing and delivering medications afterhours for pharmacy
- triage in ed when large number of patients
Registered Nurse Burn Unit
Childerens Hopital
05.2001 - 05.2004
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- pain management
- extensive dressing changes infection control
- management of iv drips and pressure lines
Registered Nurse
Msn Staffing
05.2000 - 05.2001
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- work with hospital staff existing facility in under staffed areas prn
RN, ICU
Jefferson Regional Medical Center
07.1998 - 05.2000
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through active participation in unit-based committees focused on advancing nursing practice standards and optimizing patient outcomes.
- Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
- Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
- Contributed to efficient care coordination by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other support staff to ensure timely patient discharges and smooth transitions between care settings.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates for critical patients through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Optimized resource utilization within the ICU by coordinating staff assignments and efficiently managing workload distribution.
- Provided emotional support for patients'' families during times of crisis by maintaining open lines of communication, offering guidance on coping strategies, and connecting them with available resources as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Monticello , Ark05-1998
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Intravenous therapy
- Neurological monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced Life Support
- Respiratory maintenance
- Endotracheal intubation
- Metabolic function monitoring
- Ethical Practice
- Organ donor procedures
- Renal function management
- Cultural competence
- Ventilator management
- End of life care
- Clinical judgment
- Cardiac monitors
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Patient Monitoring
- Emergency Interventions
- Patient Assessment
- Honest and Dependable
- Pain Management
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Specimen Collection
- Medication Administration
- Vitals monitoring
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Documentation And Reporting
- HIPAA Education
- Decision-Making
- Pulmonary Assessments
- IV setup
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Staff Coordination
- Electronic Charting
- Condition Assessment
- Procedure Support
- Patient Coping Mechanisms
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Relationship Building
- Coaching and Mentoring
- CPR/AED
Iv drip managment
Accomplishments
- Intensive Care - Responsible for unit of 18 patients, providing daily functions such as grooming, bathing, feeding and turning in bed.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to 3to4 patients in icu environment.
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- [State] Driver's License
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Healthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchTimeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
01.2009 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse House Superviser
South West Regional Medical Center
05.2004 - 08.2008
Registered Nurse Burn Unit
Childerens Hopital
05.2001 - 05.2004
Registered Nurse
Msn Staffing
05.2000 - 05.2001
RN, ICU
Jefferson Regional Medical Center
07.1998 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas At Monticello