Eric Wilkes
Clinton,Utah
Summary
Seeking a new employment opportunity to utilize my Electrophysiology, Catheterization Lab experience and ICU nursing skills. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrophysiology RN/Scrub
ST. Marks Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Obtaining Central Venous Access utilizing ultrasound to better visualize site.
- Perform techniques and stimulations to produce arrhythmias to isolate areas of treatment.
Pacemaker
UTAH CARDIOLOGY, Interrogator and RN
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Monitored and interrogated patient’s implanted pacemakers, ICD’s and BiV’s
- Monitored patient’s implanted loop recorders, and identified any significant arrhythmias to their physician
- Assisted with all the stress tests in the office including treadmills and chemical stress tests
- Assisted in assessing patients, performing vital signs, 12 lead EKG’s in administering medications as needed
- Assisted physicians in performing sterile procedures in the office (Loop recorder implants and Vein ablations).
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
RN/Scrub and EKG Instructor
DAVIS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER, Cardiac Cath Lab
06.2016 - 05.2022
- 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 physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Documented procedures
- Scrubbed alongside physicians during cardiac Cath’s (Diagnostic and Interventional), Abdominal Aortic Aneurism, PFO closures, Peripheral Angiograms and interventions, Pacemakers, Neuro Mechanical Thrombectomy, and interventional radiology procedures
- Obtained radial artery access and inserted arterial lines
- Proficient in radial artery closure devices (TR Band and Vasc Band)
- Proficient in femoral artery closure devices (Perclose, Angio-Seal, and Mynx)
- Taught new nurses and Telemetry techs EKG Identification and interpretation
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse
DAVIS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER, Telemetry and ICU RN
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Administered critical medications (P.O, I.M, I.V)
- Performed in depth daily head to toe assessments on critical patients
- Assisted and monitored critical patient airway and ventilators
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Placed nasal duodenal gastric tubes
- Assisted in end of life care and comfort
EKG Technician
MCKAY DEE HOSPITAL
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Performed 12 lead EKG for entire facility.
- Interpreted and edited 12 lead EKG readings for cardiologists.
- Assisted in performing cardiac stress tests.
- Placed Holter and event monitors to assess different heart conditions.
- Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.
- Monitored patient activity during stress test to record data.
- Closely monitored patient condition during tests and alerted cardiac nurse if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.
- Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
- Cleaned and sterilized equipment after each appointment, changed batteries and checked for malfunctions.
- Maintained and adjusted cardiology and pulmonary equipment.
ER Critical Care Technician
MCKAY DEE HOSPITAL
09.2008 - 08.2010
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Education
Registered Nurse (RN) -
Weber State University
Ogden, UT05.2015
Associate of Science Degree - General Studies
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY
Ogden, Utah05.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Kaysville -
DAVIS APPLIED TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE PRACTICAL NURSING
Ogden, UT05.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
Davis Applied Technology College
Kaysville, UT05.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Care and Rescue Ogden
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY PARAMEDIC
Ogden, UT04.2008
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Seizure Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Vital Signs Measurement
- Tracheostomy Care
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Infection Control
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Central Line Placement
- Feeding Pumps Understanding
- Performing EKGs
- Emergency Procedures
Certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- Registered Nurse
Timeline
Electrophysiology RN/Scrub
ST. Marks Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Pacemaker
UTAH CARDIOLOGY, Interrogator and RN
05.2022 - 10.2022
RN/Scrub and EKG Instructor
DAVIS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER, Cardiac Cath Lab
06.2016 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
DAVIS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER, Telemetry and ICU RN
06.2015 - 06.2016
EKG Technician
MCKAY DEE HOSPITAL
08.2010 - 05.2011
ER Critical Care Technician
MCKAY DEE HOSPITAL
09.2008 - 08.2010
Registered Nurse (RN) -
Weber State University
Associate of Science Degree - General Studies
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Kaysville -
DAVIS APPLIED TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE PRACTICAL NURSING
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
Davis Applied Technology College
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Care and Rescue Ogden
WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY PARAMEDIC
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- Registered Nurse
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