Dedicated and compassionate RN with 28 years of experience in a high volume and high acuity cardiovascular unit. Adept in providing appropriate care for patients with a wide variety of complex medical and surgical needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
HealthPark Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
Provide specialized care to critically ill cardiac surgery patients, manage high acuity cases and assisting in life-saving interventions.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement comprehensive care.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
REGISTERED NURSE AND ECMO COORDINATOR
Bethesda North Hospital
09.2013 - 02.2023
Trained in CAB patients, ECMO, LVAD, IABP, Impella, CRRT.
Ensure and maintains all policies and protocols related to ECLS/MCS were compliant with facility, ELSO and JCAHO requirements.
Responsible for orientation, training and annual competencies of RN ECMO specialist.
Daily oversight of data management associated with MCS including ELSO database and financial and referral data management.
Nurse Manager
Mercy Health Hospital
06.2009 - 07.2013
Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Columbus, OH
09.2018
RN DIPLOMA -
The Christ Hospital School of Nursing And Health Sciences
Cincinnati, Ohio
09.1996
Skills
Culturally-sensitive care
Shared governance
Culturally sensitive
Strong clinical judgment
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE
HealthPark Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE AND ECMO COORDINATOR
Bethesda North Hospital
09.2013 - 02.2023
Nurse Manager
Mercy Health Hospital
06.2009 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
RN DIPLOMA -
The Christ Hospital School of Nursing And Health Sciences