Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with 13 years of experience. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class patient care and individualized plans for families and patients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse ICU Flex Travel Nurse (F/T)
Springfield Regional Medical Center
Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
Staff Nurse ICU Float Travel Nurse (F/T)
Prolink Staffing Travel Agency
12.2021 - 07.2022
Worked with COVID, SICU, Neuro ICU
Managed ICU level drips
Facilitating ventilatory Support
Administer urgent or emergency Medications
Manage Invasive lines
Staff Nurse Neuro ICU (F/T)
Ohio Health Riverside Methodist Hospital
11.2018 - 11.2021
Neurological and cardiovascular assessment
Nursing assessment and management of Ventriculostomy devices
Treatment of increased intracranial pressure
Nursing care of ICH and SAH patients
Nursing care of patients receiving IV TPA and thrombectomies
Management of malignant ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic with craniectomy
Use of thermoregulation protocols
Use of IV vasopressors, antihypertensives, and positive inotropic agents
Provided advanced care for patients with tracheostomy and ventilators, ischemic stroke
Provided IV therapy such as Insulin, Cardizem, heparin drips
Provides individualized patient/family education customized to the adult or elderly patient and his/her family
Staff Nurse Medical Surgical (F/T)
Springfield Regional Medical Center
05.2015 - 02.2016
Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the adult or elderly patient’s immediate condition
Performs appropriate treatments as ordered by a physician in an accurate and timely manner
Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel during each shift
Provided care for surgical, orthopedic, and general medical patients
Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention, and progress towards problem resolution
RN (P/T) - Sub-Acute Care/ Respiratory Unit
Palm Gardens Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
06.2014 - 04.2015
Assigned to charge nurse role, rotating between sub-acute, respiratory care, and rehabilitation units; delegate staff assignments, address clinical problems, report incidents/ accidents, respond to emergencies and cardiac codes
Treat complex disorders following acute hospitalization for CABG, MI, CVA, advanced COPD, post-respiratory failure, diabetic complications, trauma/ brain injuries, amputations, hip/ knee replacement, and other surgeries
Maintain peripheral IVs and PICC lines; experience with ventilator care, tracheostomies, C-Pap/ Bi-Pap, nebulizer therapies, wound care, VAC dressings, NG/PEG tube feedings, stoma care, and catheterization
Conduct daily rounds to evaluate and stage the status of pressure ulcers, vascular, and surgical wounds
Educate patients on diabetes, medications, pulmonary hygiene, ambulation, safety, and fall prevention
School Health Nurse (F/T)
Comprehensive Resources
02.2014 - 04.2015
Provide for the medical surveillance, wellness, and emergency needs of students in grades pre-K to 12
Assess students and develop comprehensive psychological, developmental, and medical profiles
Primary role in on-going case management; collaborate with physicians, psychologists, therapists, social workers, nutritionists, and other providers to identify health issues, develop treatment plans and monitor student progress
Monitor pre-existing and new onset conditions, including asthma, allergies, diabetes, obesity, ADHD, and psychological problems
Administer first-aid, routine medications and physician prescribed treatments
Provide education to faculty, parents, and students; developed an asthma class to improve self-management skills
Staff Nurse - Pediatric Home Care
Helpful Hands Agency, Inc.
08.2012 - 01.2014
Long-term home care (8-hrs/ day) of medically fragile children, from neonates through age 21 years
Frequently designated as a lead nurse on cases; oriented and trained nurses and served as a clinical resource
Diagnoses included respiratory syndrome, diabetes, and developmental delay; treated post-NICU infants
Proficiency with tracheostomies, Bi-Pap, nebulizer treatments, oxygenation, pulse oximetry, glucose monitoring, insulin/ medication management, and NG/PEG tube feedings; provided for daily general ADL needs
Collaborated on treatment plans with physicians, social services, therapists (PT/ OT/ ST), and other providers
Instructed families regarding airway management, medications, monitoring vital signs, skin care, feeding, safety precautions, infection prevention, and other relevant health issues
Provided ongoing family support
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing -
State University of New York at Delhi
Delhi, NY
12.2017
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing -
Long Island College School of Nursing
Brooklyn, NY
06.2011
Skills
Intensive Care Unit Experience
Central Line Management
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Intravenous therapy
Patient Advocacy
Airway Management
Honest and Dependable
Adaptable and Flexible
Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
Licensure Certification
New York State Registered Professional Nurse
Ohio State Registered Professional Nurse
Basic Life Support Certified, American Heart Association
Advanced Care Life Support, American Heart Association