Dynamic flight nurse with extensive experience in critical care and emergency protocols. Proficient in advanced life support and effective in high-stress environments. Dedicated to delivering quality care by anticipating complications and implementing timely interventions. Known for strong leadership and effective communication, fostering collaboration to improve patient care and outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Nurse
Air EVAC Lifeteam
Marble Falls, TX
09.2023 - Current
PHTLS
Provided expert care to critically ill patients during air transport.
Emergency procedures, RSI with endotracheal intubation, surgical cricothyroidotomy, and needle thoracotomies.
Trained in Impella and balloon pump devices.
Aided ground EMS during Hill Country floods.
Landing Zone Class instructor for ground EMS.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital
04.2022 - 09.2023
TNCC
PALS
Two time Daisy Award nominee.
Sepsis Committee member.
Associate Sales Representative
NuRebulic- Distributorship of NuVasive
06.2021 - 04.2022
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop territory business plan focused on achieving key performance indicators (KPIs).
Exhibited expertise in anterior, posterior, and lateral spine procedures.
Analyzed X-rays and diagnostic studies to support surgeons.
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
04.2020 - 06.2021
Cardiovascular and Neurological Device Nurse.
Provided critical care during the COVID-19 pandemic, managing high acuity patients, and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
St. David’s Medical Center
07.2019 - 07.2020
Cardiovascular and Neurological Device Nurse.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Multi System Intensive Care Unit, Registered Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
08.2018 - 07.2019
Graduate Nurse RN Residency Program, developing foundational nursing skills, and transitioning into professional practice.
Basic and Advanced Critical Care courses.
Rapid Response Team.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Room Tech, Mental Health Tech
Largo Medical Center
09.2011 - 05.2017
Emergency Department, ICU, Post Cath Lab, and Behavioral Health Units experience.
Code Blue and Code Grey Team.
Orthopedic device application and education.
Education
Bachelor of science - Nursing
ECPI University
01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of South Florida
01.2016
Skills
Endotracheal intubation
Needle thoracotomy
Surgical cricothyroidotomy
External ventricular drains
Balloon pumps
Impella Heart Pump
Continuous renal replacement therapy
Mass transfusion protocols I & II
Therapeutic hypothermia protocols
Hamilton T1 ventilator
Transport nurse advanced trauma course (TNATC)
Emergency response training
Certification
• TNCC • PHTLS • PALS • ACLS • BLS
REFERENCES
Joe Flores, Senior Program Director, Air EVAC Lifeteam, (512) 293-2652, Jose.Flores@gmr.net, 700 Avenue N Unit B, Marble Falls, TX 78654
Corey Fearheiley MD, Emergency Department Medical Director, USACS, Ascension Seton Williamson, (512) 745-3953, Fearheileyc@usacs.com, 201 Seton Pkwy, Round Rock, TX 78665
Brenda Simpson M.A., BSN, RN, Associate Vice President Clinical Relations, Jersey College School of Nursing, Chief Nursing Officer LMC (2007-2018), (727) 366-5686, Bsimpson0620@frontier.com, 2025 Indian Rocks Rd, Largo, FL 33774
Interests
Raising my daughter
Weight lifting
Walking dogs
Running
Timeline
Flight Nurse
Air EVAC Lifeteam
09.2023 - Current
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital
04.2022 - 09.2023
Associate Sales Representative
NuRebulic- Distributorship of NuVasive
06.2021 - 04.2022
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
04.2020 - 06.2021
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
St. David’s Medical Center
07.2019 - 07.2020
Multi System Intensive Care Unit, Registered Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
08.2018 - 07.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Room Tech, Mental Health Tech