Frank Campagna

• Monitored patient vital signs during recovery from anesthesia.
• Administered medications and IV fluids as directed by physicians.
• Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transitions.
• Educated patients and families on recovery processes and discharge instructions.
• Assisted in emergency situations by implementing critical care protocols.
• Documented patient progress and responses to interventions accurately.
• Trained new staff on PACU procedures and best practices for patient care.
• Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
• Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.

Provided moderate sedation and assisted physicians during surgical procedures.

• Monitored patient vital signs in a fast-paced critical care environment.
• Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
• Assisted in complex procedures and maintained sterile techniques.
• Trained new nurses on ICU protocols and best practices for patient care.
• Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
• Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
• Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams throughout hospital departments.
• Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
• Maintained knowledge of current evidence-based guidelines related to cardiac ICU nursing care.
• Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.