provide direct care to patients who are preoperative and/or recovering from open heart and complex thoracic surgeries (CABG, valve replacements, esophagectomy, lobectomy), heart failure exacerbations and post-cardiac interventions (TAVR, PCI, ablation, pacemaker insertion)
monitor and telemetry, management chest tubes, TR bands, temporary pacemakers and multiple IV drips ( e.g. amiodarone, remodulin, dopamine)
Led as both day and nightshift relief charge nurse for a 32-bed unit, coordinating patient flow, resolving clinical issues.
precept new and experienced nurses and act as a resource during complex procedures and rapid responses
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
St Thomas University
01-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
01-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Broward College
Pembroke Pines
01-2022
Skills
Pre/Post-Op Cardiothoracic surgical care
Charge Nurse Leadership & staff coordination
Epic proficiency
Patient and family cardiac education
Certification
Cardiac Surgical Unit Advanced Life Support (CSU-ALS)
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