Heather Nickerson
Gorman
Summary
Retired Paramedic and Firefighter with 32 years of experience in emergency medical services. Two years of ICU experience at a Level 2 Trauma Center and three years of travel nursing at two Level 2 hospitals, including 1.5 years in IMCU. Recognized for efficiency in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Strong communication skills and adaptability in high-stress environments enhance team collaboration and patient care delivery.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
HENDRICK MEDICAL CENTER
Abilene
01.2024 - Current
- Full time RN in IMCU managing 3 patients and occasionally up to 4 patients.
- I have precepted new employees as well as nursing students.
RN
MIDCOAST HOSPITAL
Brunswick
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Per Diem Staff RN in General ICU Also Floated to ER As Staffing Requires.
- Recently received 2 letters of accommodation for stepping and being a team player.
- Have also received 9 mentions of 'Moments to Shine'.
RN
MEDICAL CITY WEATHERFORD
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Travel nurse in medical ICU, also being floated to PCU as needed.
RN
NORTHERN LIGHTS EASTERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER
Bangor
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Per Diem staff RN in general ICU.
RN
MEDICAL CITY FORT WORTH
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Travel nurse in medical ICU also being floated to CVICU.
RN
NORTHERN LIGHTS EASTERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER
Bangor
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Travel nurse in general ICU and COVID Unit.
RN
ANDROSCOGGIN HOME HOSPICE
Lewiston
11.2019 - 05.2021
- RN providing home care for individuals nearing the end of their life.
RN
MEDICAL CITY ARLINGTON
Arlington
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Travel nurse in Neuro ICU and Covid Unit.
- Received 3 units accolades for stepping up and helping where help was needed.
RN
CENTRAL MAINE MEDICAL CENTER
Lewiston
02.2018 - 12.2020
- RN in ICU 20 bed unit taking care of medical, surgical and trauma patients.
- During my time there was nominated for a star award for going above and beyond.
RN
CENTRAL MAINE MEDICAL CENTER
Lewiston
05.2019 - 05.2020
- RN per in ER per diem 12-24 hours per week of level 2 trauma center.
PARAMEDIC/FIREFIGHTER
PORTLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT
Portland
02.1983 - 03.2016
- Worked on an ambulance providing care to the sick and injured, as well as performing firefighter duties.
- During my time I received the Esprit de Corps and Unit Citation award.
Insurance Underwriter
CASE PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES
02.2007 - 03.2009
- Part time Insurance underwriting for Case Professional Resources.
Education
BSN -
WESTERN GOVERNORS' UNIVERSITY
07.2019
ADN -
MAINE COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
08-2017
Skills
- Empathy
- Collaboration
- Composure under pressure
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Critical care nursing
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- TNNC 3
- CCRN
- NIHSS
References
- Tricia Olson, RN MSN CCRN CEN, Director of Intensive Care and Respiratory Therapy, Tricia.Olson@mainehealth.org, 207-373-6398
- Cynthia Dalton, RN, ICU nurse manager, Cynthia.Dalton@mainehealth.org, 207-380-2900
Activities
I have dedicated my life to helping others, getting my EMT license at 16 yo, have been in the health field ever since. On my days off, I ride my horses, traveling and competing with my husband.
Timeline
RN
HENDRICK MEDICAL CENTER
01.2024 - Current
RN
MEDICAL CITY WEATHERFORD
01.2023 - 06.2023
RN
MIDCOAST HOSPITAL
07.2022 - 07.2024
RN
NORTHERN LIGHTS EASTERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER
06.2022 - 11.2022
RN
MEDICAL CITY FORT WORTH
03.2022 - 05.2022
RN
NORTHERN LIGHTS EASTERN MAINE MEDICAL CENTER
05.2021 - 12.2021
RN
MEDICAL CITY ARLINGTON
01.2021 - 04.2021
RN
ANDROSCOGGIN HOME HOSPICE
11.2019 - 05.2021
RN
CENTRAL MAINE MEDICAL CENTER
05.2019 - 05.2020
RN
CENTRAL MAINE MEDICAL CENTER
02.2018 - 12.2020
Insurance Underwriter
CASE PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES
02.2007 - 03.2009
PARAMEDIC/FIREFIGHTER
PORTLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT
02.1983 - 03.2016
BSN -
WESTERN GOVERNORS' UNIVERSITY
ADN -
MAINE COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONALS