Elena Hoxha
Detroit
Summary
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse with over three years of experience delivering high-acuity, detail-driven care to critically ill patients. Known for strong clinical judgement, patient education, and precision under pressure. Actively pursuing Nurse Practitioner education with a long-term focus in aesthetic medicine, combining advanced medical knowledge with an artistic eye and a patient-centered approach to enhance natural beauty and confidence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
DMC Children's Hospital Of Michigan
Detroit, MI
09.2023 - Current
- Administered critical care treatments and medications to pediatric patients in intensive settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated families on treatment procedures and post-discharge care for improved outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety in the unit.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on advanced pediatric care techniques.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient care standards.
- Managed challenging situations involving end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and respect for both patients and their families during difficult times.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations by adopting an inclusive approach that acknowledged differences in values and beliefs among families served.
- Assisted physicians with various bedside procedures such as central line placements, lumbar punctures, and chest tube insertions to provide prompt intervention when needed.
- Reduced stress for hospitalized children through age-appropriate play therapy sessions that fostered positive coping behaviors during their stay.
- Optimized pain management by collaborating closely with pharmacists to adjust medications based on individual needs while monitoring potential side effects closely.
- Administered life-supporting treatments such as mechanical ventilation and continuous renal replacement therapy for critically ill children.
- Supported evidence-based practice by staying current on relevant research findings related to pediatric critical care nursing interventions.
Nurse Extern
Beaumont Hospital
Royal Oak, MI
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities, enhancing overall patient comfort and satisfaction.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to registered nurses, ensuring timely intervention for patients.
- Participated in the administration of medications, following strict protocols for safety and accuracy.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.
- Supported infection control measures by adhering to hospital protocols during clinical procedures.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Checked patient status to report signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to medication.
- Assisted in preparation and execution of diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Conducted patient mobility exercises to support physical rehabilitation and recovery.
- Contributed to clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control and safety guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05-2023
Skills
- Central line care
- End-of-life care
- Intravenous therapy
- Family support
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Intensive care management
- Ventilator management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Honest and dependable
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Attention to detail
- IV setup
Languages
Albanian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
DMC Children's Hospital Of Michigan
09.2023 - Current
Nurse Extern
Beaumont Hospital
01.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Detroit Mercy