Eva Roush
Brooksville
Summary
Highly skilled Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse with experience in a high-pressure hospital setting. Demonstrated ability in managing complex cardiac cases, ensuring patient comfort during invasive procedures and maintaining strict adherence to all safety protocols. Strengths include critical thinking, leadership skills and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams. Previous roles have shown significant improvement in patient recovery rates due to quality of care and treatment accuracy.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Meadowview Regional Medical Center
Maysville
10.2013 - Current
- Assisted physicians during catheterizations and interventional procedures, ensuring patient safety and procedural efficiency.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses during cardiac procedures.
- Trained new nursing staff on cardiac cath lab protocols and best practices, enhancing team readiness and patient care quality.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools for physician use during examinations and treatments, contributing to streamlined procedures and improved patient outcomes.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Initiated resuscitative measures in cases of emergency situations or adverse reactions to drugs or contrast media.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Meadowview Regional Medical Center
Maysville
01.2009 - 09.2013
- Delivered direct patient care during high-pressure emergency situations, ensuring timely interventions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, adjusting care plans based on clinical needs.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and families during stressful situations.
- Assessed patient needs and prioritized treatment, optimizing patient flow and assisting physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Adams County Hospital
West Union
01.2000 - 03.2006
- As previously described as an ER RN
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
St.Elizabeth
Edgewood
01.1989 - 12.1999
- Provided direct patient care in medical-surgical unit.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions and documented findings accurately.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Educated patients on disease processes, medications, and lifestyle modifications to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Documented patient care services by charting in electronic records system in accordance with guidelines.
- Provided direct supervision for Licensed Practical Nurses assigned to Medical Surgical Unit.
- Assisted physicians with procedures as needed during rounds or bedside examinations.
- Identified potential risk factors to prevent complications during recovery.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care.
- Trained new nurses on unit protocols and best practices.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of care.
- Cared expertly for individuals with a wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families by listening to their concerns.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Adams County Hospital
West Union
06.1988 - 12.1989
- Documented nursing experience in medical-surgical unit.
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments in fast-paced surgical unit.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, Ohio, OH06.1988
Skills
- Cardiac catheterization
- Interventional procedures
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- ACLS
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Procedural sedation
- Sedation support
- Critical care management
- Electronic charting
- Equipment preparation
- Team collaboration
- Training staff
- Time management
- Sedation support
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Meadowview Regional Medical Center
10.2013 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Meadowview Regional Medical Center
01.2009 - 09.2013
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Adams County Hospital
01.2000 - 03.2006
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
St.Elizabeth
01.1989 - 12.1999
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Adams County Hospital
06.1988 - 12.1989
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Shawnee State University