Emily Sevier
Waukee,IA
Summary
Professional healthcare provider seeking to transition into new field after developing key skills in high-intensity, patient-centered environment. Expertise in patient care, emergency response, and critical decision-making, fostering calm and efficient approach in urgent situations. Looking to apply these skills to new challenges and contribute effectively in different professional setting.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
09.2016 - Current
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop individualized treatment plans based on specific patient needs and goals.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Plaza Medical Center
10.2012 - 08.2016
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
- 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.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps
12.2010 - 12.2012
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care between critical care and other hospital units by maintaining effective communication with receiving staff and providing thorough handoff reports.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Baylor Medical Center
08.2009 - 12.2010
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
02.2008 - 08.2009
- Provided targeted care and treatment to Cardiovascular/Thoracic ICU patients.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ12-2007
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Asst/ Occupational Therapy Asst
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA12-2000
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Evidence-based practices
- Central line management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliable and responsible
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Intravenous therapy
- Infection control
- Clinical judgment
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
ACLS, BLS, TNCC
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
09.2016 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Plaza Medical Center
10.2012 - 08.2016
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Cross Country Travel Corps
12.2010 - 12.2012
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Baylor Medical Center
08.2009 - 12.2010
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
02.2008 - 08.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
Associate of Science - Physical Therapist Asst/ Occupational Therapy Asst
Kirkwood Community College
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