GLORIA CLARK
Humble,TX
Summary
Result-focused Intensive Care Nurse with 3 years of nursing experience. Exceptional background in providing complex clinical care for acutely ill neuro and medical ICU patients. Seeking a nursing position in an acute critical care setting where I can utilize education and clinical experience while contributing to a growing organization and giving my all to take care of patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-MEDICAL
Baptist Hospital Of Southeast Texas
Beaumont, TX
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Cared for patients in 27-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
- Managed various medications and treatments such as peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and and intramuscular injections.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-MEDICAL
Angel Staffing - Chi St. Luke
Houston, TX
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to 2-3 patients.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-TRAUMA
ProLink Healthcare - Community Regional
Fresno, CA
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Triage multiple GSW within 12 hour shift. Administered massive blood transfusions.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-CARDIAC
AMI Travel-St. Frances
Monroe, LA
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
- Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to 2 patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
- Cared for patients post op day1, remove sheath and central lines.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-MEDICAL
Michael E DeBakey Veteran's Affairs
Houston, TX
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-NEURO
Angel Staffing- Memorial Herman
Houston, TX
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-COVID
Krucial Staffing-University Hospital
San Antonio, TX
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress
- Triaged Covid patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-COVID
Krucial Staffing- Lincoln Medical Center
Bronx, NY
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.
- Responded to and documented sudden condition changes in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19 symptoms.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions
Staff Registered Nurse, ICU
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
Kingwood, TX
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices
- Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to
- HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventative measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
Engineering Technical Aide
US Navy Seabees
Port Hueneme, CA
06.2012 - 06.2017
- Gathered relevant data from various sources and developed comprehensive reports for leadership review
- Managed testing equipment, including ongoing maintenance and storage
- Analyzed lab results against field standards to inform project decisions
- Created Bills of Materials (BOM) and certifications
- Compiled, processed and analyzed test data and results to improve product quality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College
09.2019
Associate of Arts - Psychology Minored in Spanish
University of Maryland - Global
05.2016
Skills
- BLS instructor
- Extensive EVD experience
- EPIC, MEDITECH, Cerner experience
- Patient advocator
- Trach management
- Precepting/charge nurse experience
- Triaging
- Extensive COVID crisis experience
- Mechanical Ventilators management
Certification
ACLS
BLS
NIHSS
CCRN
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-MEDICAL
Baptist Hospital Of Southeast Texas
05.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-MEDICAL
Angel Staffing - Chi St. Luke
01.2022 - 03.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-TRAUMA
ProLink Healthcare - Community Regional
08.2021 - 12.2021
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-CARDIAC
AMI Travel-St. Frances
07.2021 - 08.2021
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-MEDICAL
Michael E DeBakey Veteran's Affairs
04.2021 - 07.2021
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-NEURO
Angel Staffing- Memorial Herman
08.2020 - 03.2021
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-COVID
Krucial Staffing-University Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2020
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU-COVID
Krucial Staffing- Lincoln Medical Center
02.2020 - 03.2020
Staff Registered Nurse, ICU
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
10.2019 - 02.2020
Engineering Technical Aide
US Navy Seabees
06.2012 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College
Associate of Arts - Psychology Minored in Spanish
University of Maryland - Global
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