Garlie Gilot
Orlando,USA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with significant experience in critical care environments. Adept at managing complex patient cases and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Health Central Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Prolink Agency
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Charge RN, Cardiac Step-Down Unit
Nurse Choice Agency
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
- Provided comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs, informing personalized care plans.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams; fostering trust, understanding, and improved communication across all parties involved.
Progressive Care Unit
Health Source Global Agency
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 4 patients daily.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Telemetry, COVID Unit
Krucial Staffing Agency
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Step-Down/Tele, COVID Unit
Krucial Staffing Agency
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided exceptional care to 35 high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Leader of Vaccination Clinic
Snap Nurse Agency
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Maintain immunization clinic supplies and ensure appropriate storage, handling, and data logging of vaccines (Moderna, Pfizer, Janssen).
- Conduct patient observation post vaccine administration, ensuring that all clients are observed according to protocol, document any adverse effects as needed and initiate emergency response system in the case of any severe allergic reaction.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
Charge RN, Med-Tele COVID Unit
Krucial Agency
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during rounds, providing input and advocating for patient needs.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit, adhering to strict infection control protocols and reporting potential risks promptly.
- Supported patients through difficult diagnoses by explaining treatment options, risks, and benefits while addressing any concerns or questions.
Eli Lilly Clinical Research
Aya Healthcare
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Collect PCR Covid-19 test swab and/or IgG/IgM antigen antibody samples (nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swabs).
- Efficiently reach and interview COVID-19 diagnosed individuals.
- Conduct Infection Control Assessment and Response (ICAR) in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Nursing Home Infection Preventionist
Charge RN, Med/Tele Unit
HealthTrust Staffing Agency
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Acted as a charge nurse for RNs, ACTs on a 48-bed of a medical Telemetry unit
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Progressive Care Unit
HealthTrust Staffing Agency
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Charge RN, Cardiac PCU
Dr. P. Phillips Hospital
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Managed daily staff and patient assignments to ensure adequate coverage and throughput
- Served as a resource for new hires and novice staff to ensure quality patient care
- Performed daily rounds to assess patient satisfaction and address patients' concerns in a timely manner
- Level III trauma center
- Sunrise Xa Charting System
Intermediate Critical Care Unit
Orlando Medical Regional Center
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop individualized treatment plans based on specific patient needs and goals.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing complications related to ventilator use, central line infections, and pressure ulcers.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Charge RN, Med/Tele Unit
Dr. P. Philips Hospital
06.2012 - 05.2015
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Managed medication administration safely and accurately while maintaining meticulous documentation in electronic health records systems.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams; fostering trust, understanding, and improved communication across all parties involved.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance patient care delivery.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
Savannah, GA01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Valencia College
Orlando, FL04.2012
Associate of Arts - General Study
Valencia College
Orlando, FL05.2010
Skills
- Intensive care unit experience
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation & Ventilator management
- Cardiac monitors
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Life-sustaining machines
- Reliable and responsible
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Electronic health records
Accomplishments
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Human Resources - Assisted in new hire process by calling and scheduling appointments with candidates, filling out required paperwork and preparing new hire manuals.
Affiliations
- 2019- Present: American Nurses Association
- 2019- Present: Florida Nurses Association
Certification
- Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN): Department of Health (State of Florida)
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC): American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Registered Nurse (RN): Department of Health (Nurse Licensure Compact)
- Medical-Surgical Nursing (RN-BC): American Nurses Credentialing Center
- American Heart Association: Certified BLS and ACLS (CPR)
- FEMA Emergency Preparedness Certification
- Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Health Central Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Prolink Agency
02.2023 - 05.2023
Charge RN, Cardiac Step-Down Unit
Nurse Choice Agency
07.2022 - 01.2023
Progressive Care Unit
Health Source Global Agency
04.2022 - 06.2022
Telemetry, COVID Unit
Krucial Staffing Agency
12.2021 - 03.2022
Step-Down/Tele, COVID Unit
Krucial Staffing Agency
08.2021 - 11.2021
Leader of Vaccination Clinic
Snap Nurse Agency
04.2021 - 07.2021
Charge RN, Med-Tele COVID Unit
Krucial Agency
01.2021 - 04.2021
Eli Lilly Clinical Research
Aya Healthcare
05.2020 - 12.2020
Charge RN, Med/Tele Unit
HealthTrust Staffing Agency
01.2020 - 04.2020
Progressive Care Unit
HealthTrust Staffing Agency
06.2019 - 12.2019
Charge RN, Cardiac PCU
Dr. P. Phillips Hospital
09.2017 - 05.2019
Intermediate Critical Care Unit
Orlando Medical Regional Center
05.2015 - 08.2017
Charge RN, Med/Tele Unit
Dr. P. Philips Hospital
06.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Associate of Science - Nursing
Valencia College
Associate of Arts - General Study
Valencia College
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
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