Heather Altshuler
Granville,OH
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than 17 years of experience in Emergency and Trauma Care. Passion for providing the highest quality of trauma care and a desire to see OSUWMC thrive as the most efficient, trusted Trauma Center in the City.
Aspire to effectively manage a team of medical professionals to provide the highest level of care to patients who have experienced traumatic injuries. Prioritize patient safety and well-being above all else and will work tirelessly to ensure that everyone involved in the trauma care process is well-trained and prepared. Skilled communicator and collaborator, able to work closely with medical staff to improve care and provide the best possible outcomes for patients. Provide attention to detail, dedication to excellence, and passion for helping others, Facilitate a cohesive team, ensuring the care provided is exemplary.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma Program Manager
THE OHIO STATE WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER EAST HOSPITAL
09.2022 - Current
- Work in collaboration with Trauma Medical Director and Trauma Program Quality Manager to develop, implement and evaluate the trauma program
- Provide performance improvement, injury prevention, trauma registry and ensure compliance with American College of Surgeons.
- Assist with development of trauma simulations.
- Developed and updated policies and protocols, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to the American College of Surgeons.
- Facilitate Trauma Education.
- Lead monthly meetings with Emergency Department (ED)
- Managers and ED Liaisons
- Lead multidisciplinary trauma meetings
- Assist with City Wide Disaster Drills
- Serve on COTS Committees including TPM and RHEP
- Serve on OSTNL Committees including Level III Subcommittee
ADVANCED IMMEDIATE CARE
RN | OHIO STATE WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER AMBULATORY
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Preceptor
- SANE/Forensic, RN
- PIV Line placement
- Charge Nurse
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
Staff RN
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, RN | OHIO STATE MEDICAL CENTER
12.2012 - 01.2021
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS).
- Experience with LVADs, Trauma Patients/Level One Trauma Center and Critically Ill Patients
- Precepted and oriented new grads/new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Trauma Team, RN
- Triage Team
- Preceptor
- SANE/Forensic, RN
- PIV Line placement
- COVID-19 Swab Tent
Staff RN
CENTRAL OHIO ENDOSCOPY CENTER
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Charge Nurse
- Provided Pre Operative, Intra Operative and Post Operative Care
- Scheduled Staff and ensured supplies were available.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Staff, RN
Mount Carmel West Emergency Department
09.2006 - 12.2012
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS).
- Trauma RN, Level 2 Trauma Center
- Assisted with city wide trauma drills
Staff Nurse
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT RN | MARION GENERAL HOSPITAL
05.2006 - 08.2006
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
Education
MBA -
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITTY
Columbus, OH2026
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
CHAMBERLAIN COLLEGE
Columbus, OH2011
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE -
MARION TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Marion, OH2006
Skills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Accreditation coordination
- Strong clinical judgment
- Emergency/Trauma Care
Committees
- COTS Committees including TPM and RHEP
- OSTNL Committees including Level III Subcommittee
- Crew Resource Management Committee
- Magnet Committee
- Think First Program presentations via OSUWMC Trauma Department
Accomplishments
- Poster Presenter for Bedside Handoff at Emergency Nursing Association (ENA) conference
Certification
- TNCC
- Trauma Tactics
- ACLS
- BLS
References
- Jillian Maitland MBA, BSN, RN, CEN
Director of Nursing, OSUWMC Emergency Department
Work 614-293-4846, Cell 614-203-5062
- Jenifer VanFossen
Clinical Nurse Specialist, OSUWMC Emergency Department
Work 614-293-7183, Cell 614-940-2029
- Dr. Daniel Bachmann
Medical Director of OSUWMC East Hospital; Medical Director for Disaster Preparedness, Medical Director of Hyperbaric Medicine
Work 614-257-3110, Cell 757-403-8796
Presentation
- Poster Presentation at the Emergency Nursing Association (ENA) Conference, 2015
Timeline
Trauma Program Manager
THE OHIO STATE WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER EAST HOSPITAL
09.2022 - Current
ADVANCED IMMEDIATE CARE
RN | OHIO STATE WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER AMBULATORY
01.2021 - 09.2021
Staff RN
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, RN | OHIO STATE MEDICAL CENTER
12.2012 - 01.2021
Staff RN
CENTRAL OHIO ENDOSCOPY CENTER
01.2010 - 01.2014
Staff, RN
Mount Carmel West Emergency Department
09.2006 - 12.2012
Staff Nurse
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT RN | MARION GENERAL HOSPITAL
05.2006 - 08.2006
MBA -
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITTY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
CHAMBERLAIN COLLEGE
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE -
MARION TECHNICAL COLLEGE
- TNCC
- Trauma Tactics
- ACLS
- BLS
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