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Gabriella Roach

Charleston

Summary

Compassionate Surgical ICU Registered Nurse with strong skills in patient assessment, medication administration, and emotional support. Committed to improving patient outcomes through effective interdisciplinary collaboration and adherence to infection control protocols.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical ICU Registered Nurse

CAMC Memorial Hospital
Charleston
05.2025 - Current
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
  • Assisted with complex surgical procedures in a fast-paced ICU environment.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.
  • Educated patients and families on recovery processes and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations and implemented protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical times.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
  • Documented patient progress notes, changes in condition, and treatment administered accurately in a timely manner.
  • Monitored laboratory values according to established standards.
  • Ensured that all necessary equipment was available when treating a patient in the ICU setting.
  • Managed ventilators and other respiratory support devices as needed.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills with both staff members and families regarding changes in condition or treatments being implemented for each patient.
  • Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations while ensuring patient safety at all times.
  • Coordinated daily rounds with interdisciplinary teams to discuss plan of care updates for assigned patients.
  • Maintained current knowledge of nursing practices related to critical care nursing through continuing education classes and seminars.
  • Cared for post-operative patients by providing wound care, pain management, and infection control protocols.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to provide quality nursing care to all patients within the unit.
  • Administered intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by the physician.
  • Performed advanced assessments of patients to determine their response to treatments.
  • Provided emotional support to families during stressful times associated with critical illness or death of a loved one.
  • Educated family members on proper home care techniques after discharge from the hospital.
  • Contributed ideas towards process improvement initiatives aimed at improving outcomes within the Surgical ICU department.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary conferences regarding difficult cases or new developments in technology or procedures relevant to Surgical ICU nursing practice.

Nurse Extern

CAMC Memorial Hospital
Charleston
02.2023 - 05.2025
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to registered nurses.
  • Prepared and organized medical equipment for procedures.
  • Documented patient information in electronic health records system.
  • Communicated effectively with patients regarding their care plans.
  • Supported the execution of infection control protocols in patient areas.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients on medication management and health maintenance strategies.
  • Shadowed nursing staff to better understand care approaches and learn proper procedures.
  • Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting and ambulation.
  • Assisted RNs with complex treatments and procedures for patients.
  • Transported patients from one unit to another using proper safety techniques.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all patient interactions in electronic health records system.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens for testing.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols while providing patient care services.

CNA

Genesis HealthCare
Dunbar
04.2022 - 02.2025
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance resident well-being.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient care areas consistently.
  • Educated residents and families on health management and wellness practices.
  • Trained new staff on procedures, policies, and best practices in caregiving.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Charleston
2300 MacCorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV 25304
04-2025

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Electronic health records
  • Medication administration
  • Infection control protocols
  • Emotional support expertise
  • Critical thinking
  • Wound care management
  • Ventilator management
  • Hemodynamic monitoring
  • Airway management
  • Care plan development
  • Swan-ganz catheterization
  • Peripheral intravenous Access
  • Enteral feeding
  • Blood transfusion
  • Parenteral nutrition
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Pressure ulcer prevention
  • Continuous renal replacement therapy
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Arterial line management
  • Chest tube management
  • Central line management
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Quality improvement
  • Compassionate care
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Decision-making
  • Issue assessment and monitoring
  • Pulmonary assessments
  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Critical Care Protocols
  • Time management abilities

Additional Information

  • I attended University of Charleston from August 2021 thru April 2025, I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing and I am a registered nurse and work in SICU currently. Nursing Program was accredited by NLNAC/CCNE at the time of my graduation
  • I took 3 credits of Research in Fall of 2024 from Univeristy of Charleston and I received an "A" in the course
  • I took 3 credits of Statistics in Fall of 2023 from University of Charleston and I received an "A" in the course
  • I did Volunteer Work at a Nursing Home, total of 110 hours where I assisted residents with activites and visited with residents who did not have family to visit with.
  • I have shadowed a Nurse Practitioner for over 50 hours

Timeline

Surgical ICU Registered Nurse

CAMC Memorial Hospital
05.2025 - Current

Nurse Extern

CAMC Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2025

CNA

Genesis HealthCare
04.2022 - 02.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Charleston

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