HEIDI CHANG
Houston,Texas
Summary
Quality-focused registered nurse with experience in patient care, education, and quality meaningful improvement in the critical care setting. Proven proficiency in incorporating critical thinking skills, flexibility, and evidence-based practices. Skilled in comprehensive assessments and efficient team communication to deliver care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Intensive Care
Houston Methodist
Houston, Texas
09.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive critical care to critically ill cardiovascular and postoperative cardiac surgery patients, with an emphasis on hemodynamic stability and early recognition of complications.
- Utilize invasive hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial lines, central venous pressure, and pulmonary artery catheter measurements, to assess cardiovascular function and guide individualized patient care.
- Manage and titrate vasoactive medications, inotropes, sedation, and analgesia while monitoring patient responses and maintaining optimal tissue perfusion.
- Collaborate with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to manage complex cardiovascular conditions and postoperative complications.
- Apply knowledge of cardiovascular physiology, mechanical ventilation, and evidence-based critical care practices to support patient stabilization and recovery.
Registered Nurse, Trauma Surgical Intensive Care
Memorial Hermann
Katy, TX
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Provide comprehensive critical care to adult trauma and post-surgical patients in a Level II Trauma ICU, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, thoracic trauma, and hemorrhagic shock requiring rapid resuscitation, blood product administration, and continuous hemodynamic monitoring.
- Managed mechanical ventilation, vasoactive infusions, sedation, analgesia, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring while conducting ongoing assessments and implementing rapid interventions for critically ill patients.
- Collaborate with trauma surgeons, intensivists, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to manage complex post-operative and trauma-related complications, including chest tubes, external ventricular drains (EVDs),Belmont rapid infuser, external tractions, severe infections, and respiratory failure.
- Promoted evidence-based critical care practices through early mobility, ventilator weaning, sedation optimization, and early extubation protocols, enhancing patient outcomes and reducing ICU length of stay.
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare
Pasadena, TX
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided nursing care for medically complex patients with cardiac, respiratory, infectious, and chronic health conditions in a progressive care environment.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments, monitored clinical trends, and communicated significant changes in condition to the healthcare team.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans and collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapists, and ancillary staff to promote safe, patient-centered care.
- Recognized early signs of clinical deterioration and facilitated timely interventions and rapid response activation.
Clinical Data Coordinator in Leukemia Department
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Facilitated the informed consent process for patient participation on assigned trials with principal investigator in collection and evaluation of clinical research data
- Provided electronic case report forms (CRFs) entry for study progress and patient safety reports, such as IRB continuing reviews and IND reports Participated in Site Initiation Visits (SIVs), conference calls and protocol meetings
- Tracked and managed all relevant protocol paperwork and essential documents in accordance with sponsor requirements and institutional policies and procedures
Anesthesia Observation Experience
Memorial Hermann System
Katy, TX
- Gained exposure to airway management, patient monitoring, anesthetic induction/management, and interdisciplinary collaboration within the operating room during breast reconstruction procedures craniectomies, gyn surgeries and other operative procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX04-2025
Associate's Degree - Nursing
Lonestar Community College
Houston, TX12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX05-2022
Associate's Degree - Science
Lone Star College
Houston, TX12-2017
Skills
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Sedation management
- Ventilation management
- Medication administration
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical decision-making
- Quality improvement
- Leadership mentorship
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Technical skills: Epic
- Family advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Technical skills: Epic
Certification
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN)
- Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Skills
- Language skills: English
- Chinese (Mandarin)
Volunteering
- Junior League of Houston, Active Member, 2025, Present, Participate in community service initiatives and volunteer programs supporting underserved populations throughout the Houston area, Collaborate with members in planning and executing community outreach activities
- Texas Children's Hospital, Library Volunteer, 2025, Present, Assisted pediatric patients and families by providing educational resources and support within the hospital library, Helped organize library materials and activities to create a welcoming and engaging environment for children and families, Demonstrated leadership through service, communication, and patient-family engagement
Affiliations
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
- Member since 2025
Conference
- TxANA 2025 Convention , Houston, Texas (September 19–21, 2025)
Leadership & Professional Development
Unit-Based Council Member - Trauma Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Katy, TX - 2025
- Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary team members to identify opportunities for quality improvement and patient safety initiatives within the Trauma Surgical Intensive Care Unit.
- Participate in discussions regarding evidence-based practice, staff education, workflow improvement, and unit-specific clinical outcomes.
- Contribute to the evaluation and implementation of initiatives designed to improve patient care, nursing practice, and staff engagement.
- Serve as a liaison between bedside staff and unit leadership by providing feedback and promoting effective communication.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Intensive Care
Houston Methodist
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Trauma Surgical Intensive Care
Memorial Hermann
01.2025 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare
01.2024 - 01.2025
Clinical Data Coordinator in Leukemia Department
MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
Anesthesia Observation Experience
Memorial Hermann System
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Arlington
Associate's Degree - Nursing
Lonestar Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of St. Thomas
Associate's Degree - Science
Lone Star College